In the mandi rate roundup for 04 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹1,412 per quintal in Rayya APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Onion yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,412
- Lowest Price Today₹1,412
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,412
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date04 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 4.3% below the period average, and just 19.4% 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 04 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chengannur Market APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Udumalpet APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 7 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 8 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
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.
That ₹1,600 (25.0%) 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 Rayya APMC ranged between ₹1,135 and ₹1,752, with the average around ₹1,476. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Sep | ₹1,412 | ₹1,412 | ₹1,412 |
| 04 Sep | ₹1,412 | ₹1,412 | ₹1,412 |
| 03 Sep | ₹1,413 | ₹1,413 | ₹1,413 |
| 02 Sep | ₹1,416 | ₹1,416 | ₹1,416 |
| 01 Sep | ₹1,415 | ₹1,415 | ₹1,415 |
| 31 Aug | ₹1,415 | ₹1,415 | ₹1,415 |
| 29 Aug | ₹1,416 | ₹1,416 | ₹1,416 |
| 28 Aug | ₹1,417 | ₹1,417 | ₹1,417 |
| 27 Aug | ₹1,415 | ₹1,415 | ₹1,415 |
| 26 Aug | ₹1,420 | ₹1,420 | ₹1,420 |
| 25 Aug | ₹1,417 | ₹1,417 | ₹1,417 |
| 24 Aug | ₹1,417 | ₹1,417 | ₹1,417 |
| 22 Aug | ₹1,420 | ₹1,420 | ₹1,420 |
| 21 Aug | ₹1,420 | ₹1,420 | ₹1,420 |
| 20 Aug | ₹1,421 | ₹1,421 | ₹1,421 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,420 | ₹1,420 | ₹1,420 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,425 | ₹1,425 | ₹1,425 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,420 | ₹1,420 | ₹1,420 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,420 | ₹1,420 | ₹1,420 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,425 | ₹1,425 | ₹1,425 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Onion yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Rayya APMC reported Onion at this level on 04 Sep 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.