In the price report dated 17 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,300 per quintal in Quadian APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Quadian APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,400
- Lowest Price Today₹3,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Onion about 8.0% above the period average, and just 17.5% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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.
At ₹4,800 (66.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Quadian APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹3,056. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,300 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 13 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 12 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 06 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 04 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 02 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 29 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 28 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Onion, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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: Quadian 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.