Here's the 20 Sep 2026 mandi snapshot — Onion was quoted at ₹6,750 per quintal in Usilampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Onion arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Bellary)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 51.4% above the period average — just 3.6% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 20 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pattambi Market APMC Leader | ₹10,500 |
| 2 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 4 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 5 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 6 Vadaseri APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 7 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 8 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 9 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Medavakkam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
A spread of ₹3,500 (50.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Usilampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹4,459. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 20 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 13 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 08 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 07 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 06 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 05 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 04 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 03 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 02 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 01 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Usilampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Onion rate on 20 Sep 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.