Turning to the 05 Sep 2026 APMC board, Onion was quoted at ₹6,600 per quintal in Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Onion yard so you can see where this one falls.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,800
- Lowest Price Today₹6,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Bellary)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 43.9% above the period average, and just 2.9% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 05 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 3 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 6 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 7 Jalagandapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 9 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 10 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 11 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 12 Usilampatti(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.
A spread of ₹500 (8.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹6,800, with the average around ₹4,588. 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 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,600 |
| 04 Sep | ₹6,800 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,600 |
| 03 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹6,800 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,600 |
| 31 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,600 |
| 30 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,600 |
| 29 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,600 |
| 28 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 27 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 26 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 25 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,100 |
| 23 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,100 |
| 22 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,100 |
| 21 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,700 |
| 20 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
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
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
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 05 Sep 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.