From today's trading desk on 02 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹8,300 per quintal in Chengannur Market APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Chengannur Market APMC on Top Today
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₹8,500
- Lowest Price Today₹8,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date02 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
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.
At this level, Onion is about 47.4% above the period average, sitting just 5.7% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 02 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 3 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
The ₹3,600 (56.3%) 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 Chengannur Market APMC ranged between ₹1,900 and ₹8,800, with the average around ₹5,632. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,300 |
| 01 Sep | ₹8,600 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,400 |
| 31 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,300 |
| 29 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹8,300 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,700 | ₹7,800 |
| 20 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,100 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,600 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,300 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,000 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Onion today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Chengannur Market APMC on 02 Sep 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.