In the day's wholesale-price digest for 24 Sep 2026, Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Onion, clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,750 per quintal. Among all active markets, this one paid the most for Onion today.
01What Put Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Bellary)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 43.3% above the period average — just 3.1% 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 24 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,750 |
| 2 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 3 Vadaseri APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 4 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 5 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 9 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Thalavadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
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 ₹1,000 (14.8%) 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 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹5,408. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 06 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 05 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Onion today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
In short, Onion found its strongest bid at Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 24 Sep 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.