As fresh arrivals settled on 24 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,500 per quintal in Thanesar APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Onion today.
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₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 39.2% above the period average and just 18.2% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 24 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹11,600 |
| 2 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 4 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 9 Vadaseri APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 10 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹4,600 (65.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Thanesar APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹3,232. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,600 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,600 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,900 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,900 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,700 |
| 01 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 24 Sep 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Thanesar APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.