In the price report dated 22 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,000 per quintal in Shimoga APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
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.
Today's rate is about 38.2% above the period average and just 19.4% 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 22 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹11,600 |
| 2 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 3 Parappanangadi Market APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 4 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 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 | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 11 Vadaseri APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 12 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
At ₹4,350 (60.0%), 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 Shimoga APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹6,200, with the average around ₹3,618. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,300 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,200 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,200 |
| 03 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,200 |
| 27 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,200 |
| 25 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 24 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,750 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,400 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹3,600 | ₹4,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹3,600 | ₹4,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹3,600 | ₹4,000 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Shimoga APMC posted this Onion rate on 22 Sep 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.