From today's trading desk on 06 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Lucknow APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Onion today.
01What Put Lucknow APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date06 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Onion is about 66.5% above the period average — just 82.5% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 06 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 10 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 11 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 12 Karaikudi(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.
A spread of ₹350 (5.5%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Lucknow APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹20,000, with the average around ₹2,102. 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 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 30 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹3,701 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,014 |
| 23 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,072 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 16 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,056 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Lucknow APMC logged this Onion rate on 06 Sep 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.