With the 22 Sep 2026 auctions now in, Onion was quoted at ₹7,800 per quintal in Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Onion today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,400
- Lowest Price Today₹7,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Bellary)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Onion about 63.1% above the period average, and just 7.1% 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 22 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Angamaly Market APMC Leader | ₹11,100 |
| 2 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 3 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 7 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 8 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 11 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 12 Vadaseri APMC | ₹7,250 |
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.
A spread of ₹3,850 (53.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹8,400, with the average around ₹4,783. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Sep | ₹8,400 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,400 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,800 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,400 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,800 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,400 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹8,400 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹8,400 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 13 Sep | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 30 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
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
When picking where to sell Onion, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 22 Sep 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.