As fresh arrivals settled on 24 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,800 per quintal in Madlauda APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Onion today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 53.5% above the period average, and just 20.8% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 24 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹11,600 |
| 2 Chala Market APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 3 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 5 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 6 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 8 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 10 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
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.
A spread of ₹4,300 (58.9%) 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 Madlauda APMC ranged between ₹1,300 and ₹4,800, with the average around ₹2,476. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 13 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 06 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Madlauda APMC on 24 Sep 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.