Reading today's price tape for 15 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹8,800 per quintal in Chengannur Market APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
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₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Small)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 53.2% above the period average, sitting just 2.2% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 15 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,700 |
| 2 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 3 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 4 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 5 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 6 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 7 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 8 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 9 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Vamanapuram Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
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.
That ₹2,800 (40.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Chengannur Market APMC ranged between ₹1,900 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹5,746. 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 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,400 |
| 15 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,800 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,400 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 09 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹7,900 | ₹8,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,900 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 07 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 05 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹7,900 | ₹8,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹8,300 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,400 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 01 Sep | ₹8,600 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,400 |
| 31 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,300 |
| 29 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹8,300 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
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 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 Chengannur Market APMC on 15 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.