Based on what the markets reported on 18 Sep 2026, Onion Green was quoted at ₹6,750 per quintal in Mecheri(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Onion Green yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Green Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion Green (Onion Green)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Onion Green is about 26.5% above the period average — just 3.6% 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 Green rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 3 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 4 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 5 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 7 Vadaseri APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 8 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 9 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 10 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,400 |
| 11 Needamangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,400 |
| 12 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,400 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion Green.
At ₹600 (5.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion Green matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Onion Green prices at Mecheri(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹5,335. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 |
| 13 Sep | ₹6,800 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,600 |
| 12 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 07 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 06 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 05 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 04 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 03 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 02 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 31 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
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 Green yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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, Mecheri(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC logged this Onion Green rate on 18 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.