Reading today's price tape for 18 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,165 per quintal in Hunsur APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Onion today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,165
- Lowest Price Today₹4,165
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,165
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Bombay (U.P.))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Onion is about 19.2% above the period average — just 2.3% 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 18 Sep 2026, so you can see where Hunsur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Pala Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 4 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 5 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 6 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 9 Vadaseri APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 10 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
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 ₹5,000 (71.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Onion prices at Hunsur APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹4,264, with the average around ₹3,493. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹4,165 | ₹4,165 | ₹4,165 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,264 | ₹4,264 | ₹4,264 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,165 | ₹4,165 | ₹4,165 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,165 | ₹4,165 | ₹4,165 |
| 04 Sep | ₹4,165 | ₹4,165 | ₹4,165 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,090 | ₹3,090 | ₹3,090 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,220 | ₹2,040 | ₹2,220 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Hunsur APMC logged this Onion rate on 18 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.