As the 12 Sep 2026 session wrapped up, Onion was quoted at ₹4,200 per quintal in Doraha APMC. See where this sits in the day's Onion range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,300
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Medium)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 37.4% above the period average and just 6.7% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
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 Chengannur Market APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 3 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 4 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 6 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 7 Tirukattupalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 8 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 9 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Usilampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
The ₹1,250 (18.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Doraha APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹3,057. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Sep | ₹4,300 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,300 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,300 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,900 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 04 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,600 | ₹4,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 29 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 28 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,600 | ₹4,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,300 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 12 Sep 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Doraha APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.