In the price report dated 23 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,285 per quintal in Mahuva(Station Road) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,110
- Lowest Price Today₹460
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,285
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (White)
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.
This puts Onion about 30.2% above the period average, and just 52.1% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 23 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹11,600 |
| 3 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹10,700 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 6 Parappanangadi Market APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 7 Pala Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 8 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Aroor Market APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 12 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹4,200 (53.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
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 ₹1,755. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Sep | ₹4,110 | ₹460 | ₹2,285 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,090 | ₹500 | ₹2,295 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,505 | ₹625 | ₹2,565 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,660 | ₹1,275 | ₹1,968 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,775 | ₹400 | ₹2,588 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,825 | ₹1,160 | ₹1,993 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,305 | ₹1,125 | ₹2,715 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹460 | ₹2,480 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,860 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,030 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,780 | ₹800 | ₹1,790 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,360 | ₹750 | ₹2,055 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,755 | ₹390 | ₹2,573 |
| 29 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹805 | ₹1,753 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,175 | ₹400 | ₹2,288 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,105 | ₹450 | ₹2,278 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,580 | ₹375 | ₹1,978 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,435 | ₹350 | ₹1,893 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,250 | ₹875 | ₹1,563 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,875 | ₹385 | ₹2,130 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,405 | ₹365 | ₹1,885 |
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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Mahuva(Station Road) APMC reported Onion at this level on 23 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.