Reading today's price tape for 21 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,000 per quintal in Padra APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
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.
Right now Onion is about 39.5% above the period average — just 16.7% 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 21 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Pala Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 5 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 6 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 7 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 11 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 12 Vadaseri APMC | ₹7,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
That ₹3,750 (51.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Padra APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹3,583. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Nov | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 06 Nov | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 05 Nov | ₹5,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 04 Nov | ₹5,750 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 02 Nov | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 31 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 30 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,750 |
| 29 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,750 |
| 28 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 27 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,250 |
| 24 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,250 |
| 22 Oct | ₹5,250 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,125 |
| 21 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 20 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,750 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,250 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Padra APMC on 21 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.