In the mandi rate roundup for 13 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹6,100 per quintal in Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,400
- Lowest Price Today₹5,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Bellary)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 47.2% above the period average and just 4.7% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 13 Sep 2026, so you can see where Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,250 |
| 2 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 3 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 6 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 7 Tirukattupalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 8 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 9 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Usilampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹500 (7.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹6,400, with the average around ₹4,143. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,100 |
| 12 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 08 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,850 |
| 07 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 05 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,850 |
| 04 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 03 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 02 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 01 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 31 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 30 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,600 |
| 29 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 28 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,600 |
| 27 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,600 |
| 26 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,650 |
| 25 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,400 |
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
Selling Onion well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
Bottom line: on 13 Sep 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.