Reading today's price tape for 12 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹6,300 per quintal in Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,400
- Lowest Price Today₹6,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Bellary)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Onion is about 51.8% above the period average — just 1.6% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
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 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹1,250 (18.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,600 and ₹6,400, with the average around ₹4,149. 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 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,300 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,300 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 08 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 07 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 06 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 04 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,650 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,650 |
| 01 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,650 |
| 31 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,650 |
| 30 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,650 |
| 29 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,650 |
| 28 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,400 |
| 27 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,350 |
| 26 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,350 |
| 25 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
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
Selling Onion well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 12 Sep 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.