As fresh arrivals settled on 04 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,500 per quintal in Barasat APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Onion yard so you can see where this one falls.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date04 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 46.9% above the period average, and right at 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 04 Sep 2026, so you can see where Barasat APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chengannur Market APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Udumalpet APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 6 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 7 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 12 KKNagar(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 ₹1,600 (25.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Barasat APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹3,063. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 30 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 28 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹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
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Barasat APMC reported Onion at this level on 04 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.