Checking the day's mandi numbers for 17 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,800 per quintal in Raipur Rani APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 33.0% above the period average, sitting just 6.7% 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 17 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 5 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 7 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 8 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 10 Vadaseri APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 12 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹4,800 (66.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Raipur Rani APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,105. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 01 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
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
Going to the top Onion market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Raipur Rani APMC on 17 Sep 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.