From today's trading desk on 05 Sep 2026, Kamakhyanagar APMC stood at the front of the pack for Onion, clocking the day's best rate at ₹10,000 per quintal. With buying concentrated here, this yard topped the day's Onion board.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 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.
Right now Onion is about 60.4% above the period average — right at 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 05 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Vamanapuram Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 7 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 9 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
That ₹3,500 (53.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Kamakhyanagar APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹6,235. 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 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion found its strongest bid at Kamakhyanagar APMC on 05 Sep 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.