Checking the day's mandi numbers for 18 Sep 2026, Kamakhyanagar APMC stood at the front of the pack for Onion, clocking the day's best rate at ₹12,000 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,000
- Lowest Price Today₹12,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Onion is about 75.8% above the period average, sitting right at 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 18 Sep 2026, so you can see where Kamakhyanagar 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 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 3 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 6 Vadaseri APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 7 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 8 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹5,250 (77.8%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Kamakhyanagar APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹6,827. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
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
Going to the top Onion market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
To sum up, Kamakhyanagar APMC led Onion on 18 Sep 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.