In the price report dated 19 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,500 per quintal in Kayamkulam Market APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Onion today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,600
- Lowest Price Today₹5,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Big)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 18.3% above the period average and just 27.6% 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 19 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
That ₹2,900 (40.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Kayamkulam Market APMC ranged between ₹2,100 and ₹7,600, with the average around ₹4,650. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,600 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,100 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 13 Sep | ₹7,100 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,400 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,300 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,300 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,200 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,400 |
| 08 Sep | ₹6,800 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,700 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,400 |
| 06 Sep | ₹5,100 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹7,100 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹7,100 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,100 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 31 Aug | ₹6,900 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,800 |
| 29 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 19 Sep 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Kayamkulam Market 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.