Reading today's price tape for 16 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,300 per quintal in Gudimalkapur APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Onion is about 63.0% above the period average — just 45.0% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 16 Sep 2026, so you can see where Gudimalkapur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 5 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 6 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 7 Sailana(F&V) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 8 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 9 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 10 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 11 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 12 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
At ₹2,350 (32.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Gudimalkapur APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹2,024. 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 | ₹6,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹3,400 |
| 13 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹3,200 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹3,600 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹1,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 05 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 04 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,600 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,600 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹1,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,800 |
| 29 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹1,400 | ₹2,300 |
| 28 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹1,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 26 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 25 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹1,300 | ₹2,400 |
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
For Onion, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Gudimalkapur APMC logged this Onion rate on 16 Sep 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.