In the latest market update for 21 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,900 per quintal in Birbhum APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Onion today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
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.
Right now Onion is about 32.0% above the period average — just 7.5% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 21 Sep 2026, so you can see where Birbhum APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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.
A spread of ₹3,750 (51.7%) 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 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Birbhum APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹5,300, with the average around ₹3,713. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Nov | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,960 |
| 09 Nov | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,960 |
| 06 Nov | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,960 |
| 05 Nov | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,970 |
| 04 Nov | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,960 |
| 03 Nov | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,960 |
| 02 Nov | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,960 |
| 30 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,960 |
| 29 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,970 |
| 28 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,970 |
| 27 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,960 |
| 26 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,970 |
| 24 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,970 |
| 23 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,960 |
| 17 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,950 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,960 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,960 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,970 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,960 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,970 |
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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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 short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Birbhum APMC on 21 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.