Pulling together the 12 Sep 2026 mandi readings, Onion was quoted at ₹6,200 per quintal in Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
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₹6,400
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Bellary)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 48.6% above the period average, sitting just 4.6% 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 12 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chengannur Market APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 3 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 4 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 5 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 6 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 7 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Usilampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 12 Rajapalayam(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 ₹1,500 (23.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹4,172. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,850 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 08 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 06 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 05 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 04 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 03 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 02 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 01 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 30 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 29 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,600 |
| 28 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 27 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 26 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 25 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
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
The headline Onion rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
All told, this is where Onion stood at Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 12 Sep 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.