In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,565 per quintal in Mahuva(Station Road) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
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₹4,505
- Lowest Price Today₹625
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,565
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (White)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Onion is about 35.9% above the period average, sitting just 46.3% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 17 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 5 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 7 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 8 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 10 Vadaseri APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 12 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
At ₹4,800 (66.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Mahuva(Station Road) APMC ranged between ₹345 and ₹4,775, with the average around ₹1,888. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Nov | ₹2,615 | ₹1,250 | ₹1,933 |
| 04 Nov | ₹4,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 03 Nov | ₹3,930 | ₹1,250 | ₹2,590 |
| 02 Nov | ₹3,355 | ₹690 | ₹2,023 |
| 31 Oct | ₹3,860 | ₹590 | ₹2,225 |
| 30 Oct | ₹2,875 | ₹1,495 | ₹2,185 |
| 29 Oct | ₹4,005 | ₹1,175 | ₹2,590 |
| 28 Oct | ₹3,815 | ₹1,305 | ₹2,560 |
| 27 Oct | ₹3,770 | ₹775 | ₹2,273 |
| 26 Oct | ₹3,845 | ₹1,560 | ₹2,703 |
| 23 Oct | ₹3,785 | ₹950 | ₹2,368 |
| 19 Oct | ₹3,105 | ₹1,625 | ₹2,365 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,025 | ₹1,295 | ₹2,160 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,880 | ₹1,055 | ₹1,968 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,275 | ₹1,055 | ₹2,165 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,630 | ₹400 | ₹2,015 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,900 | ₹900 | ₹1,900 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,140 | ₹1,050 | ₹2,095 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,295 | ₹1,360 | ₹2,328 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,110 | ₹460 | ₹2,285 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Mahuva(Station Road) APMC on 17 Sep 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.