As the 15 Sep 2026 session wrapped up, Onion was quoted at ₹5,750 per quintal in Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
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₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 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.
Today's rate is about 19.2% above the period average and just 17.9% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 15 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,700 |
| 2 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 3 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 4 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 5 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 6 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 7 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 8 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 9 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Vamanapuram Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
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 ₹2,800 (40.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹4,824. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 07 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 06 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 03 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 30 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 28 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 27 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹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
Going to the top Onion market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Onion rate on 15 Sep 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.