Reading today's price tape for 15 Sep 2026, Palakkad Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Onion, clocking the day's best rate at ₹9,700 per quintal. It comfortably led the field, which is why traders are likely keeping an eye on it.
01What Put Palakkad Market APMC on Top Today
A market leading on price generally points to good-quality arrivals meeting keen buying interest.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Small)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Onion is about 51.4% above the period average, sitting just 3.0% 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 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 3 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 4 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 5 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 6 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 7 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 8 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Vamanapuram Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 12 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
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.
That ₹2,900 (42.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Palakkad Market APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹6,407. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,700 |
| 14 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,600 |
| 12 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,600 |
| 11 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,600 |
| 10 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,600 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 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 |
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
Selling Onion well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Palakkad Market APMC led Onion on 15 Sep 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.