Across the reporting yards on 19 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,800 per quintal in Silachhari APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Nasik)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 60.0% above the period average and just 3.3% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 Pala Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 5 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 7 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 10 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 11 Vadaseri APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 12 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,900 (40.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Silachhari APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹3,625. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 18 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 14 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 08 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 07 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 30 Jun | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
| 28 Jun | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
| 24 Jun | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
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
Farmers comparing Onion rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Silachhari APMC posted this Onion rate on 19 Sep 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.