As fresh arrivals settled on 04 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹6,700 per quintal in Madhavapuram Market APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Onion yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,900
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date04 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Small)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 57.8% above the period average and just 2.9% 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 04 Sep 2026, so you can see where Madhavapuram Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chengannur Market APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Udumalpet APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 7 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 8 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 9 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Pudukottai(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 ₹1,500 (23.1%) 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Madhavapuram Market APMC ranged between ₹2,300 and ₹6,900, with the average around ₹4,247. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Sep | ₹6,900 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,700 |
| 26 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,600 |
| 18 Jul | ₹5,700 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,650 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,500 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,500 |
| 09 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,600 |
| 04 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,350 |
| 03 Jul | ₹2,650 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,500 |
| 01 Jul | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 30 Jun | ₹2,700 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,450 |
| 27 Jun | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 26 Jun | ₹2,700 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 24 Jun | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Onion yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 04 Sep 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Madhavapuram Market APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.