As the 12 Sep 2026 session wrapped up, Onion was quoted at ₹1,300 per quintal in Baran APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,600
- Lowest Price Today₹1,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
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.
This puts Onion about 36.4% above the period average, and just 27.8% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 12 Sep 2026, so you can see where Baran APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 3 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 5 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 6 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 7 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 8 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 9 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 10 Tirukattupalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 12 Kariyapatti(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.
At ₹2,850 (42.2%), 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 Baran APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹1,800, with the average around ₹953. 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 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,300 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,300 |
| 04 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,300 |
| 02 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,250 |
| 29 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 22 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹800 | ₹1,200 |
| 21 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹800 | ₹1,300 |
| 20 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹800 | ₹1,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,100 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹600 | ₹1,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹700 | ₹900 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹600 | ₹1,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹600 | ₹800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹700 | ₹1,000 |
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
The headline Onion rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Baran APMC on 12 Sep 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.