In the mandi rate roundup for 22 Sep 2026, Kattappana Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Onion, clocking the day's best rate at ₹5,800 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Onion leader.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
A front-running rate rarely comes down to one lucky sale. More often it's a sign of healthy competition, with several buyers chasing the available lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,800
- Reporting Mandis10
- Date22 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Small)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 10.8% above the period average and just 27.5% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 22 Sep 2026, so you can see where Kattappana Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kattappana Market APMC Leader | ₹5,800 |
| 2 SMY Baijnath APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 3 Madhubani APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 4 Lalru APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 5 Raxaul APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 6 Gurgaon APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 7 Roorkee APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 8 Rampuraphul(Nabha Mandi) APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 9 Khanna APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Rania(Jiwan nagar) APMC | ₹250 |
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.
A spread of ₹5,550 (2,220.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Onion prices at Kattappana Market APMC ranged between ₹2,700 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹5,236. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 20 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 21 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 06 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
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
Farmers comparing Onion rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 22 Sep 2026, Kattappana Market APMC set the pace for Onion. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.