Checking the day's mandi numbers for 16 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,100 per quintal in Ranaghat APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Onion yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,150
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 53.7% above the period average, sitting just 8.9% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 16 Sep 2026, so you can see where Ranaghat APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
That ₹2,350 (32.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Ranaghat APMC ranged between ₹1,750 and ₹5,600, with the average around ₹3,318. 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 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,150 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,150 |
| 13 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,600 | ₹5,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,250 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,300 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,300 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,250 | ₹3,050 | ₹3,100 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,850 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,850 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,850 | ₹2,750 | ₹2,800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,750 |
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
Farmers comparing Onion rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Ranaghat 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.