In the price report dated 08 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,550 per quintal in Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. See where this sits in the day's Onion range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
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₹5,700
- Lowest Price Today₹5,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date08 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Bellary)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 51.5% above the period average and just 2.6% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
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 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 4 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 12 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
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.
A spread of ₹4,400 (66.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹5,700, with the average around ₹3,663. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08 Sep | ₹5,700 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,550 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 06 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,350 |
| 05 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,350 |
| 04 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,350 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,350 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,350 |
| 01 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,350 |
| 31 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,050 |
| 30 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,050 |
| 29 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,050 |
| 28 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,100 |
| 27 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,050 |
| 26 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,050 |
| 23 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,050 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,950 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Onion rate on 08 Sep 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.