Reading today's price tape for 03 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,900 per quintal in Manawar(F&V) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date03 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Onion is about 25.9% above the period average — just 23.7% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 03 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 3 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 5 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 6 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹6,600 |
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 ₹3,400 (51.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Manawar(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹1,150 and ₹3,800, with the average around ₹2,304. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Nov | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,278 |
| 06 Nov | ₹3,300 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,170 |
| 05 Nov | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,278 |
| 04 Nov | ₹3,300 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,130 |
| 02 Nov | ₹3,300 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,170 |
| 31 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,367 |
| 30 Oct | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,438 |
| 27 Oct | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,438 |
| 25 Oct | ₹3,300 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,170 |
| 23 Oct | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,438 |
| 22 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,100 |
| 21 Oct | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,438 |
| 20 Oct | ₹3,300 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,170 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,100 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,300 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,300 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,170 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,750 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,300 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,300 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,170 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,300 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,150 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Manawar(F&V) APMC on 03 Sep 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.