Reading today's price tape for 21 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,600 per quintal in Mustafabad APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Onion yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,800
- Lowest Price Today₹4,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 62.5% above the period average — just 4.2% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 21 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Pala Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 5 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 6 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 7 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 11 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 12 Vadaseri APMC | ₹7,250 |
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.
The ₹3,750 (51.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Mustafabad APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹4,800, with the average around ₹2,831. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 26 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
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
When picking where to sell Onion, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Mustafabad APMC on 21 Sep 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.