Reading today's price tape for 16 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹6,900 per quintal in Halahali APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (1st Sort)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 53.0% above the period average, sitting just 1.4% 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 16 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 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.
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.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Halahali APMC ranged between ₹1,700 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹4,510. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 08 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 07 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 06 Sep | ₹6,100 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 01 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 27 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 26 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 25 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,900 | ₹5,950 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,900 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,900 | ₹3,950 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,850 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,900 | ₹3,950 |
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
Going to the top Onion market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion stood at Halahali APMC on 16 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.