In the day's wholesale-price digest for 24 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,851 per quintal in APMC Kalvan APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,400
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,851
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Unhali)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 6.2% below the period average, sitting just 34.2% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 24 Sep 2026, so you can see where APMC Kalvan APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹11,600 |
| 2 Chala Market APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 3 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 5 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 6 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 8 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 10 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
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.
That ₹4,300 (58.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at APMC Kalvan APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹5,850, with the average around ₹4,107. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Nov | ₹4,960 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,700 |
| 03 Nov | ₹5,545 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,901 |
| 02 Nov | ₹5,705 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 30 Oct | ₹5,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹4,000 |
| 29 Oct | ₹5,350 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,900 |
| 28 Oct | ₹5,450 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 27 Oct | ₹5,250 | ₹2,100 | ₹3,900 |
| 26 Oct | ₹5,455 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 24 Oct | ₹5,580 | ₹2,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 23 Oct | ₹4,805 | ₹1,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 22 Oct | ₹5,455 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,900 |
| 19 Oct | ₹5,400 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,850 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,400 | ₹1,700 | ₹4,201 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,260 | ₹1,500 | ₹4,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,250 | ₹1,300 | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,901 | ₹1,100 | ₹3,550 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,851 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,275 | ₹1,500 | ₹4,100 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹1,700 | ₹3,850 |
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
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at APMC Kalvan APMC on 24 Sep 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.