Checking the day's mandi numbers for 16 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,500 per quintal in PMY Kangra APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Onion is about 44.4% above the period average — just 3.5% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 16 Sep 2026, so you can see where PMY Kangra APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 5 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 6 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 7 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 8 Sailana(F&V) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 9 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 10 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 11 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 12 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
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 ₹2,350 (32.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at PMY Kangra APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹5,700, with the average around ₹3,810. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,450 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,450 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,450 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 05 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 01 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 31 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 29 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 27 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 26 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 25 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 24 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,050 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Onion yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in PMY Kangra APMC on 16 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.