As fresh arrivals settled on 05 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,200 per quintal in Chakdah APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Chakdah APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,400
- Lowest Price Today₹4,150
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Onion about 59.2% above the period average, and just 6.7% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 05 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Vamanapuram Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 7 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 9 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
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.
At ₹3,500 (53.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Chakdah APMC ranged between ₹1,750 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹2,639. 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 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,150 | ₹4,200 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,050 | ₹4,200 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,650 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,750 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,650 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,750 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,850 | ₹2,750 | ₹2,800 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,650 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,650 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,750 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,750 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,700 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,650 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,750 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,300 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 07 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,250 |
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 day's best Onion rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Chakdah 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.