Here's the 08 Sep 2026 mandi snapshot — Onion was quoted at ₹5,000 per quintal in Ghatal APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Onion yard so you can see where this one falls.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,100
- Lowest Price Today₹4,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date08 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 59.6% above the period average — just 10.7% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 08 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 6 Halahali APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 7 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
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 ₹4,250 (63.0%) 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 Ghatal APMC ranged between ₹1,700 and ₹5,600, with the average around ₹3,132. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,100 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 06 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 01 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 31 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 28 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 27 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,900 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 23 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
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
The headline Onion rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Ghatal APMC on 08 Sep 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.