As the 12 Sep 2026 session wrapped up, Onion was quoted at ₹4,000 per quintal in Bowenpally APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
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₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Onion about 52.6% above the period average, and just 27.3% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 12 Sep 2026, so you can see where Bowenpally APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 3 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 4 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 5 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 6 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 7 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 8 Halahali APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 9 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 10 Tirukattupalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 12 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,850 (42.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Bowenpally APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹2,621. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 05 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,600 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,800 |
| 29 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹3,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹3,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,500 |
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
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Bowenpally APMC reported Onion at this level on 12 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.