In the day's wholesale-price digest for 16 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,000 per quintal in Kalyani APMC. This is one of several Onion rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,200
- Lowest Price Today₹4,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Onion is about 50.2% above the period average, sitting just 3.8% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Angamaly Market APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 5 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 6 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 7 Sailana(F&V) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 8 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 9 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 10 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 11 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 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.
At ₹2,350 (32.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Kalyani APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹5,200, with the average around ₹3,328. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,600 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,600 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,600 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,600 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,550 | ₹3,050 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,550 | ₹3,050 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Kalyani APMC on 16 Sep 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.