In the day's wholesale-price digest for 12 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,600 per quintal in Morbi APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,700
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-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 37.0% above the period average, sitting just 26.5% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 10 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Tirukattupalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 12 Aruppukottai(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.
A spread of ₹2,850 (42.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Morbi APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹4,900, with the average around ₹2,628. 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 | ₹4,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,550 |
| 04 Nov | ₹4,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 03 Nov | ₹4,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 31 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 30 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 29 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 28 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 27 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 26 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 24 Oct | ₹4,900 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 23 Oct | ₹4,900 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 22 Oct | ₹4,900 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 21 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 19 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,400 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,400 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,400 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Onion, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
All told, this is where Onion stood at Morbi APMC on 12 Sep 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.