With the 16 Sep 2026 auctions now in, Onion was quoted at ₹2,773 per quintal in Manawar(F&V) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,773
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
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 42.4% above the period average and just 27.0% short of 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 16 Sep 2026, so you can see where Manawar(F&V) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Angamaly Market APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 5 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 6 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 7 Sailana(F&V) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 8 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 9 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 10 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 11 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 12 Vadaseri APMC | ₹7,250 |
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.
At ₹2,350 (32.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Manawar(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹1,150 and ₹3,800, with the average around ₹1,947. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,300 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,811 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,773 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,335 |
| 12 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,544 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,222 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,444 |
| 06 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 02 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,760 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,225 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,543 |
| 23 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,225 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,225 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,045 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Onion today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Manawar(F&V) APMC posted this Onion rate on 16 Sep 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.