Reading today's price tape for 03 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,000 per quintal in Islampur APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date03 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Dry F.A.Q.)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Onion is about 50.3% above the period average, sitting just 11.1% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 03 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Pala Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 3 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 6 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹3,500 (53.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Islampur APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹2,662. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,600 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,750 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Islampur APMC on 03 Sep 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.