In the mandi rate roundup for 17 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,180 per quintal in A lot APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Onion markets.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,180
- Lowest Price Today₹700
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,180
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Onion about 37.7% above the period average, and just 20.5% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 17 Sep 2026, so you can see where A lot APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 5 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 7 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 8 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 10 Vadaseri APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 12 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹4,800 (66.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at A lot APMC ranged between ₹100 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,309. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Nov | ₹2,521 | ₹215 | ₹2,521 |
| 04 Nov | ₹3,385 | ₹300 | ₹3,385 |
| 03 Nov | ₹3,500 | ₹500 | ₹3,500 |
| 02 Nov | ₹4,000 | ₹1,351 | ₹4,000 |
| 30 Oct | ₹3,900 | ₹100 | ₹3,900 |
| 28 Oct | ₹2,301 | ₹1,100 | ₹2,301 |
| 27 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹1,101 | ₹3,000 |
| 23 Oct | ₹3,200 | ₹300 | ₹3,200 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,661 | ₹500 | ₹2,661 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,461 | ₹2,461 | ₹2,461 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹500 | ₹1,900 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,181 | ₹511 | ₹3,181 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,301 | ₹201 | ₹3,301 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,801 | ₹571 | ₹2,801 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,912 | ₹1,150 | ₹2,912 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,291 | ₹901 | ₹3,291 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,180 | ₹700 | ₹3,180 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,556 | ₹900 | ₹3,556 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,390 | ₹400 | ₹2,600 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,556 | ₹552 | ₹3,556 |
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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: A lot APMC reported Onion at this level on 17 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.