In the latest market update for 18 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,300 per quintal in Lalru APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,300
- Lowest Price Today₹4,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Onion is about 31.5% above the period average, sitting just 8.5% 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 18 Sep 2026, so you can see where Lalru APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Pala Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 4 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 5 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 6 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 9 Vadaseri APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 10 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Sankarapuram(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.
The ₹5,000 (71.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Lalru APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹4,700, with the average around ₹3,269. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,350 | ₹4,350 | ₹4,350 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,260 | ₹4,260 | ₹4,260 |
| 04 Sep | ₹4,350 | ₹4,350 | ₹4,350 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,350 | ₹4,350 | ₹4,350 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 |
| 29 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 28 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
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
Farmers comparing Onion rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
All told, this is where Onion stood at Lalru APMC on 18 Sep 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.