From today's trading desk on 08 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,850 per quintal in Kalapipal APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Onion yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,280
- Lowest Price Today₹100
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,850
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date08 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Onion is about 115.7% above the period average, sitting just 12.7% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 08 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 6 Halahali APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 7 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
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.
At ₹4,250 (63.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Kalapipal APMC ranged between ₹100 and ₹4,412, with the average around ₹1,785. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Sep | ₹4,201 | ₹200 | ₹3,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,280 | ₹100 | ₹3,850 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,404 | ₹300 | ₹4,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,412 | ₹200 | ₹4,105 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,252 | ₹295 | ₹3,850 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹450 | ₹3,400 |
| 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 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Kalapipal APMC on 08 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.