Reading today's price tape for 24 Sep 2026, Palakkad Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Onion, clocking the day's best rate at ₹11,600 per quintal. With buying concentrated here, this yard topped the day's Onion board.
01What Put Palakkad Market APMC on Top Today
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₹12,000
- Lowest Price Today₹11,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Big)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 73.4% above the period average, sitting just 3.3% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 24 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹11,600 |
| 2 Chala Market APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 3 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 5 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 6 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 8 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 10 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
A spread of ₹4,300 (58.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Palakkad Market APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹6,688. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,600 |
| 23 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,600 |
| 22 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,600 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,200 |
| 17 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,600 |
| 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 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Onion, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Palakkad Market APMC led Onion on 24 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.