In the day's wholesale-price digest for 19 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,390 per quintal in Chhapra APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,800
- Lowest Price Today₹4,210
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,390
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
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.
At this level, Onion is about 43.0% above the period average, sitting just 8.5% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 Pala Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 5 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 7 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 10 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 11 Vadaseri APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 12 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
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.
At ₹2,900 (40.8%), 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 Chhapra APMC ranged between ₹1,100 and ₹4,800, with the average around ₹3,070. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,210 | ₹4,390 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,210 | ₹4,410 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,600 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,200 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 06 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,200 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,200 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 29 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,800 |
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
Selling Onion well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Chhapra APMC on 19 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.