In the price report dated 04 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,800 per quintal in Garh Shankar APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Onion today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,800
- Lowest Price Today₹3,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date04 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.
This puts Onion about 53.3% above the period average, and right at 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 Udumalpet APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 5 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 6 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 10 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 11 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 12 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
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 ₹1,250 (20.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Garh Shankar APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹3,800, with the average around ₹2,479. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 02 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 29 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 28 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
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
Selling Onion well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Garh Shankar 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.