In the mandi rate roundup for 21 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,281 per quintal in APMC Azadpur APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,375
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,281
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Onion about 16.8% above the period average, and just 56.3% 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 21 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Pala Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 5 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 6 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 7 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 11 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 12 Vadaseri 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.
That ₹3,750 (51.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at APMC Azadpur APMC ranged between ₹750 and ₹7,500, with the average around ₹2,809. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Nov | ₹7,500 | ₹2,250 | ₹4,206 |
| 09 Nov | ₹6,000 | ₹2,250 | ₹4,019 |
| 07 Nov | ₹6,000 | ₹2,250 | ₹4,019 |
| 04 Nov | ₹6,000 | ₹2,250 | ₹4,019 |
| 03 Nov | ₹6,000 | ₹2,250 | ₹4,019 |
| 02 Nov | ₹6,000 | ₹2,250 | ₹4,019 |
| 31 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹2,250 | ₹4,019 |
| 30 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹2,250 | ₹4,019 |
| 29 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹2,250 | ₹4,019 |
| 28 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹2,250 | ₹4,019 |
| 24 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹2,250 | ₹3,906 |
| 23 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹2,250 | ₹3,422 |
| 22 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹2,250 | ₹3,422 |
| 19 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹2,250 | ₹3,422 |
| 17 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹2,250 | ₹3,422 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹2,250 | ₹3,422 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹2,250 | ₹3,422 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹2,250 | ₹3,422 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹2,250 | ₹3,422 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,344 |
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
When picking where to sell Onion, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
The takeaway: APMC Azadpur APMC reported Onion at this level on 21 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.