Across the reporting yards on 04 Sep 2026, Chengannur Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Onion, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,000 per quintal. It comfortably led the field, which is why traders are likely keeping an eye on it.
01What Put Chengannur Market APMC on Top Today
A front-running rate rarely comes down to one lucky sale. More often it's a sign of healthy competition, with several buyers chasing the available lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,300
- Lowest Price Today₹7,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date04 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Small)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 42.6% above the period average, and just 9.1% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 04 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chengannur Market APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Udumalpet APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 6 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 7 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 12 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹1,600 (25.0%) 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 ₹5,611. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Sep | ₹8,300 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,400 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 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 |
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
When picking where to sell Onion, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Chengannur Market APMC was the market to beat for Onion on 04 Sep 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.