Based on what the markets reported on 18 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹6,200 per quintal in Manubazar APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Onion arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (1st Sort)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Onion is about 34.7% above the period average — just 11.4% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 3 Parappanangadi Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 4 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 5 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 6 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 7 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 10 Vadaseri APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 11 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 12 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
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.
A spread of ₹4,800 (66.7%) 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 Manubazar APMC ranged between ₹2,800 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹4,604. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,700 | ₹6,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 13 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,800 |
| 12 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,700 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,200 |
| 06 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,200 |
| 05 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,900 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 01 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 31 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Manubazar APMC on 18 Sep 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.