Going by the latest APMC figures for 06 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,450 per quintal in Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Onion yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What Put Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,450
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date06 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.
This puts Onion about 48.5% above the period average, and just 9.2% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 06 Sep 2026, so you can see where Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 10 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 11 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 12 Tirukattupalli(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.
At ₹350 (5.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹3,670. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,450 |
| 05 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,450 |
| 04 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 03 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 02 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 01 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 31 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 30 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 29 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,250 |
| 28 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 27 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 25 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,250 |
| 24 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,150 |
| 23 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,150 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
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
When picking where to sell Onion, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Onion at this level on 06 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.