Checking the day's mandi numbers for 09 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,900 per quintal in Rajpura APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date09 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Local)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Onion is about 37.6% above the period average, sitting just 12.4% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 09 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Koduvayoor Market APMC Leader | ₹8,900 |
| 2 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Chala Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 6 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 7 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 10 Manachanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Viralimalai(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.
A spread of ₹2,150 (31.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Rajpura APMC ranged between ₹1,100 and ₹4,450, with the average around ₹2,835. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08 Nov | ₹3,950 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 06 Nov | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 05 Nov | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 04 Nov | ₹3,650 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 03 Nov | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,550 |
| 01 Nov | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,750 |
| 29 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 28 Oct | ₹3,850 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 27 Oct | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 25 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,250 |
| 22 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 21 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 20 Oct | ₹3,750 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 18 Oct | ₹3,650 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,450 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,750 | ₹3,900 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,350 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,250 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion stood at Rajpura APMC on 09 Sep 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.