As fresh arrivals settled on 21 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,000 per quintal in Bishnupur(Bankura) 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
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,400
- Lowest Price Today₹4,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Nasik)
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.
This puts Onion about 45.4% above the period average, and just 7.4% 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 21 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Pala Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 5 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 6 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 7 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 11 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 12 Vadaseri APMC | ₹7,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹3,750 (51.7%) 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 Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹5,400, with the average around ₹3,438. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹5,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹4,700 | ₹5,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹4,700 | ₹5,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,900 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,700 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 13 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 06 Sep | ₹4,850 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,800 |
| 05 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,850 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Onion today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Bishnupur(Bankura) APMC on 21 Sep 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.