As fresh arrivals settled on 16 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,400 per quintal in Dhing APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Onion markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
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.
Today's rate is about 20.7% above the period average and just 15.0% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
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 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 5 Chengannur 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 II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 11 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 12 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.
The ₹2,350 (32.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Dhing APMC ranged between ₹1,960 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,818. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,500 |
| 28 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,620 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,300 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,930 | ₹2,750 | ₹2,840 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,100 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,050 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,040 | ₹2,850 | ₹2,960 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,140 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Onion today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
Bottom line: on 16 Sep 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Dhing APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.