Turning to the 17 Sep 2026 APMC board, Onion was quoted at ₹7,000 per quintal in Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Onion markets.
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₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 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.
This puts Onion about 49.5% above the period average, and just 5.4% 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
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.
The ₹4,800 (66.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹7,400, with the average around ₹4,681. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,700 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,300 |
| 06 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 |
| 05 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 |
| 03 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,400 |
| 31 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,000 |
| 30 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,100 |
| 29 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 |
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
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 17 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.