With the 09 Sep 2026 auctions now in, Onion was quoted at ₹6,400 per quintal in Chavakkad Market APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Chavakkad Market APMC on Top Today
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,400
- Lowest Price Today₹5,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date09 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Big)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 44.7% above the period average and right at 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 09 Sep 2026, so you can see where Chavakkad 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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
A spread of ₹2,800 (41.2%) 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 Chavakkad Market APMC ranged between ₹2,300 and ₹6,400, with the average around ₹4,422. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹5,700 | ₹6,400 |
| 08 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,400 |
| 07 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,400 | ₹6,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,400 | ₹6,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,300 | ₹6,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,800 |
| 31 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,800 |
| 30 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,600 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,800 |
| 20 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,800 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹3,400 | ₹4,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹4,000 |
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
The day's best Onion rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
Bottom line: on 09 Sep 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Chavakkad Market APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.