In today's crop-price rundown for 02 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,122 per quintal in Indore APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,300
- Lowest Price Today₹397
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,122
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date02 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 37.9% above the period average and just 14.2% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 02 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Chala Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 3 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 4 Piravam Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 5 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 6 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
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 ₹3,500 (53.8%) 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 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Indore APMC ranged between ₹392 and ₹4,804, with the average around ₹2,990. 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 Nov | ₹4,315 | ₹1,234 | ₹3,736 |
| 03 Nov | ₹4,101 | ₹1,315 | ₹3,500 |
| 02 Nov | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 01 Nov | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 31 Oct | ₹4,134 | ₹895 | ₹4,112 |
| 30 Oct | ₹4,080 | ₹1,469 | ₹3,780 |
| 29 Oct | ₹4,271 | ₹1,072 | ₹3,500 |
| 28 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹1,692 | ₹4,126 |
| 27 Oct | ₹4,307 | ₹1,351 | ₹3,876 |
| 26 Oct | ₹3,955 | ₹1,450 | ₹3,686 |
| 24 Oct | ₹3,883 | ₹3,883 | ₹3,883 |
| 23 Oct | ₹3,731 | ₹3,731 | ₹3,731 |
| 22 Oct | ₹4,764 | ₹2,401 | ₹3,652 |
| 20 Oct | ₹3,930 | ₹2,720 | ₹3,480 |
| 19 Oct | ₹4,159 | ₹1,193 | ₹4,159 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,196 | ₹1,450 | ₹3,418 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,779 | ₹1,839 | ₹3,758 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,110 | ₹1,266 | ₹4,110 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹790 | ₹3,535 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,656 | ₹1,242 | ₹3,656 |
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
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
Net-net, Indore APMC posted this Onion rate on 02 Sep 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.