Looking at how the yards traded on 09 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Samalkha APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date09 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Local)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 33.8% above the period average, sitting just 12.5% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 09 Sep 2026, so you can see where Samalkha APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Koduvayoor Market APMC Leader | ₹8,900 |
| 2 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Chala Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 6 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 7 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 10 Manachanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Usilampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
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.
The ₹2,150 (31.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Samalkha APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,616. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 06 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,350 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
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
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion stood at Samalkha APMC on 09 Sep 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.