Pulling together the 21 Sep 2026 mandi readings, Onion was quoted at ₹5,300 per quintal in Dhand APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 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 53.3% above the period average — just 3.6% 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 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 ₹3,750 (51.7%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Dhand APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹3,457. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Nov | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,900 |
| 07 Nov | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 06 Nov | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,700 |
| 05 Nov | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 03 Nov | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,900 |
| 02 Nov | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 31 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,800 |
| 29 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 27 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,900 |
| 26 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 24 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 23 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,800 |
| 21 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 20 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 19 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,800 |
| 17 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,800 |
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
Selling Onion well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Dhand 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.