Here's the 12 Sep 2026 mandi snapshot — Onion was quoted at ₹4,500 per quintal in Mahboob Manison APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 105.2% above the period average — just 10.0% 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
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 Ettumanoor Market APMC Leader | ₹8,700 |
| 2 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 3 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 5 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 6 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 7 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 8 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 9 Tirukattupalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 10 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 12 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹1,950 (28.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Mahboob Manison APMC ranged between ₹300 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹2,193. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,300 | ₹1,800 | ₹3,600 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹3,200 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹3,300 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,400 |
| 29 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,400 |
| 28 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,400 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,400 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,300 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,600 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,800 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,400 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹800 | ₹2,300 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Mahboob Manison APMC logged this Onion rate on 12 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.