As the 12 Sep 2026 session wrapped up, Onion was quoted at ₹3,200 per quintal in Birpur APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Onion markets.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Hybrid)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 21.3% above the period average, and just 8.6% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 12 Sep 2026, so you can see where Birpur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 3 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 4 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 5 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 6 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 7 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 8 Halahali APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 9 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 10 Tirukattupalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 12 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
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.
At ₹2,850 (42.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Onion prices at Birpur APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹3,500, with the average around ₹2,638. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
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
Going to the top Onion market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Birpur APMC reported Onion at this level on 12 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.