Pulling together the 22 Sep 2026 mandi readings, Onion was quoted at ₹5,000 per quintal in Udala APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
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₹5,200
- Lowest Price Today₹4,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
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 46.0% above the period average, sitting just 9.1% 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 22 Sep 2026, so you can see where Udala 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 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 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.
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.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Udala APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹3,424. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
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
The headline Onion rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Udala APMC on 22 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.