Pulling together the 01 Sep 2026 mandi readings, Onion was quoted at ₹4,251 per quintal in Kalvan APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Onion arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,175
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,251
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date01 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Unhali)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-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 72.5% above the period average — just 19.3% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 01 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Chala Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 4 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 5 Mannar Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 6 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 7 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Devakottai (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.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Kalvan APMC ranged between ₹300 and ₹5,265, with the average around ₹2,464. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Sep | ₹5,175 | ₹1,500 | ₹4,251 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,900 | ₹1,000 | ₹4,001 |
| 29 Aug | ₹4,940 | ₹1,200 | ₹4,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,900 | ₹1,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹4,200 |
| 24 Aug | ₹5,265 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,450 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,550 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,450 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,450 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,501 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹1,800 | ₹3,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,450 | ₹1,800 | ₹3,401 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,115 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,801 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,651 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,251 | ₹900 | ₹2,300 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,425 | ₹900 | ₹2,301 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,755 | ₹900 | ₹2,150 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,250 | ₹900 | ₹2,201 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,405 | ₹700 | ₹2,225 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,205 | ₹900 | ₹2,150 |
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
The headline Onion rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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 short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Kalvan APMC on 01 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.