As fresh arrivals settled on 05 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,700 per quintal in Rajnandgaon APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Onion markets.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Onion arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 63.8% above the period average and just 6.0% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 05 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Vamanapuram Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 7 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 9 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹3,500 (53.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Rajnandgaon APMC ranged between ₹1,300 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹2,869. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,700 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,700 |
| 01 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 29 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 27 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 25 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,300 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,300 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,300 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,300 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 11 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
The headline Onion rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Rajnandgaon APMC posted this Onion rate on 05 Sep 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.