Here's the 01 Sep 2026 mandi snapshot — Onion was quoted at ₹3,700 per quintal in Kalapipal APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Onion today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,151
- Lowest Price Today₹400
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date01 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 139.8% above the period average, sitting just 10.9% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 01 Sep 2026, so you can see where Kalapipal APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Chala Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 4 Parappanangadi Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 5 Munnar Market APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 6 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 7 Mannar Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 8 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Kalapipal APMC ranged between ₹100 and ₹4,151, with the average around ₹1,543. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02 Sep | ₹3,353 | ₹450 | ₹3,353 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,151 | ₹400 | ₹3,700 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,801 | ₹315 | ₹2,800 |
| 29 Aug | ₹3,564 | ₹500 | ₹3,564 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,001 | ₹300 | ₹3,600 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,051 | ₹300 | ₹1,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,585 | ₹100 | ₹2,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,450 | ₹100 | ₹3,100 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,812 | ₹100 | ₹1,800 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,721 | ₹200 | ₹3,300 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,333 | ₹100 | ₹1,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,101 | ₹405 | ₹2,650 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹400 | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,326 | ₹1,860 | ₹2,326 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹700 | ₹2,271 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹502 | ₹1,700 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,350 | ₹400 | ₹2,101 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,340 | ₹365 | ₹2,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,306 | ₹100 | ₹1,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,370 | ₹250 | ₹1,200 |
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
The headline Onion rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Kalapipal APMC on 01 Sep 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.