In the day's wholesale-price digest for 12 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in APMC Akola APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put APMC Akola APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Onion is about 12.5% below the period average, sitting just 42.3% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 3 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 6 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 7 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 8 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 10 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Tirukattupalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 12 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹2,800 (41.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Onion prices at APMC Akola APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹5,200, with the average around ₹3,429. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,500 |
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
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at APMC Akola APMC on 12 Sep 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.