In the price report dated 16 Sep 2026, Vadaseri APMC stood at the front of the pack for Onion, clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,250 per quintal. Among all active markets, this one paid the most for Onion today.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,500
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 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.
This puts Onion about 45.2% above the period average, and just 3.3% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadaseri APMC Leader | ₹7,250 |
| 2 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 4 Tirukattupalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 5 Usilampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 10 Bodinayakanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Edapadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 12 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
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.
That ₹750 (11.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Vadaseri APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹7,500, with the average around ₹4,993. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 13 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 08 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 07 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 06 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 05 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 04 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 03 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 02 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 01 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 31 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 30 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 29 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 28 Aug | ₹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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Vadaseri APMC was the market to beat for Onion on 16 Sep 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.