With the 02 Sep 2026 auctions now in, Onion was quoted at ₹4,000 per quintal in Padra APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date02 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 39.9% above the period average and just 22.3% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 02 Sep 2026, so you can see where Padra APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Chala Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 3 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 4 Piravam Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 5 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 6 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Alangudi(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.
At ₹3,500 (53.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Padra APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹5,150, with the average around ₹2,859. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,750 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 31 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹5,150 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,250 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,750 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,250 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,650 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,750 | ₹3,150 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Padra APMC posted this Onion rate on 02 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.