In the mandi rate roundup for 03 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹1,800 per quintal in Akodiya APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
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₹4,656
- Lowest Price Today₹500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date03 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Onion about 21.4% below the period average, and just 75.0% 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 03 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹6,600 |
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 ₹3,400 (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.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Akodiya APMC ranged between ₹100 and ₹7,200, with the average around ₹2,289. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹700 | ₹4,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,656 | ₹500 | ₹1,800 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,601 | ₹800 | ₹1,800 |
| 01 Sep | ₹6,412 | ₹501 | ₹3,100 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹1,301 | ₹3,400 |
| 29 Aug | ₹3,501 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,501 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,901 | ₹1,515 | ₹3,301 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,001 | ₹790 | ₹1,800 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹500 | ₹3,301 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,780 | ₹500 | ₹3,400 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹400 | ₹3,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹500 | ₹3,301 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹500 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,480 | ₹500 | ₹3,260 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,020 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹608 | ₹2,960 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,501 | ₹1,400 | ₹2,501 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,590 | ₹500 | ₹1,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,270 | ₹990 | ₹2,270 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,801 | ₹701 | ₹2,360 |
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
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
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Akodiya APMC on 03 Sep 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.