Here's the 24 Sep 2026 mandi snapshot — Onion was quoted at ₹5,300 per quintal in SMY Baijnath APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
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.
Right now Onion is about 40.9% above the period average — just 5.4% 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
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
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
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.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at SMY Baijnath APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹5,600, with the average around ₹3,761. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,100 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 05 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,900 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 31 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 29 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,200 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Onion, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, SMY Baijnath APMC logged this Onion rate on 24 Sep 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.