In the price report dated 17 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,100 per quintal in Kalyanpur APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,200
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Nasik)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 45.3% above the period average and just 1.9% 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 17 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 4 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 5 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 6 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 7 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 8 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 9 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 11 Vadaseri APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 12 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹4,750 (65.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Kalyanpur APMC ranged between ₹2,300 and ₹5,200, with the average around ₹3,511. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 13 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,100 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹5,100 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,050 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 23 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,050 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,050 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,050 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,050 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,150 |
| 26 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 19 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,950 |
| 16 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 02 Jul | ₹2,900 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,850 |
| 28 Jun | ₹2,400 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,350 |
| 25 Jun | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
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
The headline Onion rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Sep 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Kalyanpur APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.