As fresh arrivals settled on 23 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,000 per quintal in Rajpura 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
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,100
- Lowest Price Today₹3,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Local)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 57.0% above the period average, and just 9.1% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 23 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹11,600 |
| 3 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹10,700 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 6 Parappanangadi Market APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 7 Pala Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 8 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Aroor Market APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 12 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
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 ₹4,200 (53.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
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 ₹2,548. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 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 |
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
For Onion, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
The takeaway: Rajpura APMC reported Onion at this level on 23 Sep 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.