In the price report dated 09 Sep 2026, Palakkad Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Onion, clocking the day's best rate at ₹9,600 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date09 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Big)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Onion about 54.6% above the period average, and just 4.0% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 09 Sep 2026, so you can see where Palakkad Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 3 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 4 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 7 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 8 Aroor Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 9 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 12 Manachanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
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 (41.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Palakkad Market APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹6,209. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,600 |
| 08 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,200 |
| 07 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,100 |
| 05 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,600 |
| 03 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 02 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,700 |
| 01 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,600 |
| 31 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,600 |
| 29 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,100 |
| 25 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,300 |
| 24 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,300 |
| 23 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,300 |
| 22 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,300 | ₹9,200 |
| 21 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,600 |
| 20 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,600 |
| 19 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,600 |
| 18 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,600 |
| 17 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,600 |
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
When picking where to sell Onion, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
The takeaway: Palakkad Market APMC was the market to beat for Onion on 09 Sep 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.