Going by the latest APMC figures for 16 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,000 per quintal in Supaul APMC. This is one of several Onion rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 37.4% above the period average and just 11.1% 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 Angamaly Market APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 3 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 4 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 5 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 6 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 7 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 9 Vadaseri APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 10 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
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 ₹2,600 (37.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Supaul APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹2,911. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 28 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,900 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,900 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,900 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,500 |
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
The day's best Onion rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Supaul APMC posted this Onion rate on 16 Sep 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.