Turning to the 16 Sep 2026 APMC board, Onion was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Harda(F&V) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Harda(F&V) APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Onion arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Medium)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 53.2% above the period average, and just 12.5% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 16 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Angamaly Market APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 3 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 4 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 5 Chengannur 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 II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 11 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 12 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
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 Harda(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹1,400 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,284. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Harda(F&V) APMC reported Onion at this level on 16 Sep 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.