In today's crop-price rundown for 04 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,550 per quintal in Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,800
- Lowest Price Today₹3,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date04 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Bellary)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 23.9% above the period average and just 11.3% 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
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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
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.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,865. 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 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 04 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,550 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,550 |
| 02 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,550 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,100 |
| 30 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 29 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 28 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,250 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 26 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,150 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,550 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,050 |
| 23 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,950 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,050 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,850 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,950 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,850 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,950 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,950 |
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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
Bottom line: on 04 Sep 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.