Reading today's price tape for 17 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,950 per quintal in Jangipur APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Onion yards.
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₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,950
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Bellary)
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 68.9% above the period average — just 1.3% 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 17 Sep 2026, so you can see where Jangipur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 5 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 7 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 8 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 10 Vadaseri APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 12 Anna nagar(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 Jangipur APMC ranged between ₹1,250 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,338. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,900 | ₹3,950 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,850 | ₹3,950 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,750 | ₹3,850 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,750 | ₹3,650 | ₹3,700 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,750 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,650 | ₹3,750 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,750 | ₹3,650 | ₹3,700 |
| 06 Sep | ₹3,750 | ₹3,650 | ₹3,700 |
| 04 Sep | ₹3,650 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,550 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,350 |
| 28 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,450 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,350 |
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
Going to the top Onion market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Jangipur APMC logged this Onion rate on 17 Sep 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.