Going by the latest APMC figures for 21 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,001 per quintal in Ratlam APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
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₹4,350
- Lowest Price Today₹801
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,001
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 20.7% above the period average and just 38.3% 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 21 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 3 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 5 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 8 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 9 Vadaseri APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 10 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
A spread of ₹4,000 (57.1%) 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 Ratlam APMC ranged between ₹100 and ₹4,861, with the average around ₹2,486. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Sep | ₹4,350 | ₹801 | ₹3,001 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,390 | ₹200 | ₹3,601 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,602 | ₹300 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,401 | ₹996 | ₹3,300 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,701 | ₹552 | ₹3,700 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,020 | ₹3,020 | ₹3,020 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,361 | ₹350 | ₹3,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,651 | ₹800 | ₹3,800 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹700 | ₹3,900 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,861 | ₹700 | ₹3,900 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,581 | ₹800 | ₹4,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹800 | ₹4,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,401 | ₹470 | ₹3,600 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,126 | ₹700 | ₹3,700 |
| 29 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹402 | ₹2,900 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,212 | ₹200 | ₹2,900 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,350 | ₹200 | ₹3,400 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,838 | ₹3,838 | ₹3,838 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,981 | ₹200 | ₹3,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,986 | ₹300 | ₹3,000 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Onion, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 21 Sep 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Ratlam 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.