From today's trading desk on 17 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹6,250 per quintal in Periyakulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
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₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Bellary)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Onion is about 16.1% above the period average, sitting just 5.3% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 17 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 5 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 7 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 8 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 10 Vadaseri APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 12 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
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 ₹4,800 (66.7%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Periyakulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹6,600, with the average around ₹5,381. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Nov | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 10 Nov | ₹6,400 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,300 |
| 09 Nov | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 08 Nov | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 07 Nov | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 06 Nov | ₹6,400 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,300 |
| 05 Nov | ₹6,600 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,300 |
| 04 Nov | ₹6,600 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,300 |
| 03 Nov | ₹6,600 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,500 |
| 02 Nov | ₹6,600 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,500 |
| 01 Nov | ₹6,600 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,500 |
| 31 Oct | ₹6,600 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,300 |
| 30 Oct | ₹6,600 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,500 |
| 29 Oct | ₹6,600 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,300 |
| 28 Oct | ₹6,600 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,300 |
| 27 Oct | ₹6,600 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,500 |
| 26 Oct | ₹6,600 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,500 |
| 25 Oct | ₹6,600 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,500 |
| 24 Oct | ₹6,400 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,950 |
| 23 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
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 sum up, this was the Onion rate at Periyakulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 17 Sep 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.