In the price report dated 09 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,381 per quintal in A lot APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,381
- Lowest Price Today₹171
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,381
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date09 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 68.3% above the period average, and just 11.0% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 09 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 3 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 6 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 7 Aroor Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 8 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Manachanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 12 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
A spread of ₹2,850 (42.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at A lot APMC ranged between ₹100 and ₹3,800, with the average around ₹2,009. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Sep | ₹3,381 | ₹171 | ₹3,381 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,401 | ₹2,300 | ₹3,401 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹1,811 | ₹3,800 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,580 | ₹800 | ₹3,580 |
| 02 Sep | ₹3,242 | ₹411 | ₹3,242 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,452 | ₹501 | ₹3,452 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,052 | ₹301 | ₹2,001 |
| 27 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹200 | ₹1,900 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,510 | ₹610 | ₹2,510 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,141 | ₹551 | ₹3,141 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,334 | ₹500 | ₹3,334 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹631 | ₹2,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,710 | ₹100 | ₹1,710 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,640 | ₹1,021 | ₹1,640 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹800 | ₹1,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹400 | ₹1,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹311 | ₹1,700 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,540 | ₹300 | ₹1,540 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹250 | ₹1,600 |
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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach 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
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in A lot APMC on 09 Sep 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.