In today's crop-price rundown for 16 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,329 per quintal in Kurnool APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,913
- Lowest Price Today₹2,167
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,329
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Local)
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.
This puts Onion about 35.1% above the period average, and just 15.9% 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 16 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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.
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 Kurnool APMC ranged between ₹1,167 and ₹5,150, with the average around ₹3,205. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹4,935 | ₹2,665 | ₹4,333 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,913 | ₹2,167 | ₹4,329 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,925 | ₹1,359 | ₹4,660 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,511 | ₹1,505 | ₹3,839 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,555 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,689 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,611 | ₹1,467 | ₹3,891 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,150 | ₹1,767 | ₹4,189 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,739 | ₹1,843 | ₹4,739 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,611 | ₹1,745 | ₹4,374 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,340 | ₹2,569 | ₹4,191 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,359 | ₹2,069 | ₹3,760 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,139 | ₹2,393 | ₹3,839 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,989 | ₹2,079 | ₹3,614 |
| 29 Aug | ₹3,629 | ₹1,543 | ₹3,341 |
| 28 Aug | ₹3,975 | ₹1,201 | ₹3,349 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,210 | ₹1,869 | ₹3,689 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,159 | ₹2,351 | ₹3,630 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,329 | ₹2,041 | ₹3,859 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,089 | ₹2,396 | ₹3,124 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,749 | ₹3,569 | ₹3,749 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Kurnool APMC reported Onion at this level on 16 Sep 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.