In the day's wholesale-price digest for 05 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,600 per quintal in Kottakkal Market APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Onion markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,700
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 67.2% above the period average — just 1.8% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 05 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Viralimalai(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.
That ₹3,500 (53.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Kottakkal Market APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹5,700, with the average around ₹3,350. 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 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,400 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 02 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 18 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 17 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 13 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 11 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 25 Jun | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 22 Jun | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹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
Selling Onion well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Kottakkal Market APMC logged this Onion rate on 05 Sep 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.