From today's trading desk on 21 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,686 per quintal in Kurnool APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Onion today.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,680
- Lowest Price Today₹906
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,686
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Local)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 10.2% above the period average — just 28.4% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 21 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 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 ₹3,750 (51.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Kurnool APMC ranged between ₹407 and ₹5,150, with the average around ₹3,345. 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 | ₹3,711 | ₹692 | ₹2,469 |
| 07 Nov | ₹3,728 | ₹629 | ₹3,189 |
| 06 Nov | ₹3,889 | ₹696 | ₹3,291 |
| 05 Nov | ₹4,260 | ₹701 | ₹3,240 |
| 04 Nov | ₹4,100 | ₹682 | ₹3,191 |
| 03 Nov | ₹4,359 | ₹729 | ₹3,248 |
| 02 Nov | ₹4,259 | ₹869 | ₹3,196 |
| 30 Oct | ₹4,359 | ₹782 | ₹3,384 |
| 29 Oct | ₹4,589 | ₹782 | ₹3,298 |
| 28 Oct | ₹4,759 | ₹982 | ₹3,889 |
| 27 Oct | ₹4,612 | ₹1,332 | ₹3,386 |
| 26 Oct | ₹4,651 | ₹979 | ₹3,789 |
| 24 Oct | ₹4,859 | ₹952 | ₹3,639 |
| 23 Oct | ₹4,625 | ₹1,212 | ₹3,391 |
| 22 Oct | ₹4,454 | ₹1,045 | ₹3,419 |
| 21 Oct | ₹4,088 | ₹767 | ₹4,088 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,207 | ₹407 | ₹3,791 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,189 | ₹609 | ₹3,681 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,324 | ₹642 | ₹3,691 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,151 | ₹629 | ₹3,569 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Onion yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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 wrap up, Kurnool APMC logged this Onion rate on 21 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.