In the mandi rate roundup for 25 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹6,100 per quintal in Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date25 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Bellary)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 90.3% above the period average and just 6.2% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 25 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 5 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 8 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 9 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 10 Tirukattupalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 11 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
That ₹5,000 (71.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹3,206. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,700 | ₹6,100 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,900 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,800 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,550 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,200 |
| 20 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,450 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,700 | ₹5,100 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,700 | ₹5,100 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,550 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,950 |
| 13 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹3,700 | ₹4,050 |
| 12 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹3,700 | ₹4,050 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,700 | ₹4,100 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,100 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,450 |
| 06 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,150 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Onion rate on 25 Sep 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.