From today's trading desk on 16 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,900 per quintal in Surat APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Surat APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,300
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 57.8% above the period average — just 35.0% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadaseri APMC Leader | ₹7,250 |
| 2 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 4 Tirukattupalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 5 Usilampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 10 Bodinayakanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Edapadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 12 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
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 ₹750 (11.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Surat APMC ranged between ₹650 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹2,471. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,900 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,900 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,100 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,900 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹4,250 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹2,350 | ₹3,925 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹3,900 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹3,700 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹3,400 |
| 05 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹3,400 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹3,400 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹3,400 |
| 01 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹3,400 |
| 31 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹3,400 |
| 27 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹1,800 | ₹3,450 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,150 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,100 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,150 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹1,300 | ₹2,850 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹1,300 | ₹2,550 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Onion today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Surat APMC on 16 Sep 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.