Going by the latest APMC figures for 22 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹9,700 per quintal in Parappanangadi Market APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,800
- Lowest Price Today₹9,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Small)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Onion about 57.2% above the period average, and just 1.0% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 22 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹11,600 |
| 2 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 3 Parappanangadi Market APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 4 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 7 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 11 Vadaseri APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 12 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹4,350 (60.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Parappanangadi Market APMC ranged between ₹2,350 and ₹9,800, with the average around ₹6,171. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Sep | ₹9,800 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,700 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,800 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,700 |
| 18 Sep | ₹9,700 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,600 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 01 Sep | ₹8,400 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,300 |
| 24 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,700 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,600 |
| 13 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 12 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 09 Jul | ₹5,900 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,800 |
| 08 Jul | ₹5,900 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,800 |
| 07 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 04 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 24 Jun | ₹5,900 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,800 |
| 19 Jun | ₹2,450 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,450 |
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
For Onion, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Parappanangadi Market APMC reported Onion at this level on 22 Sep 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.