Looking at how the yards traded on 22 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Rajpura APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Onion today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,550
- Lowest Price Today₹3,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 40.2% above the period average — just 20.5% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 22 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
A spread of ₹4,350 (60.0%) 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 Rajpura APMC ranged between ₹1,100 and ₹4,400, with the average around ₹2,496. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Sep | ₹3,550 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,300 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,300 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 13 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 12 Sep | ₹3,850 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,850 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,550 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 06 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 04 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,750 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 02 Sep | ₹3,550 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 01 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 30 Aug | ₹2,750 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Onion yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
To wrap up, Rajpura APMC logged this Onion rate on 22 Sep 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.