Pulling together the 12 Sep 2026 mandi readings, Onion was quoted at ₹5,700 per quintal in Manubazar APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Manubazar APMC on Top Today
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₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (1st Sort)
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.
At this level, Onion is about 29.7% above the period average, sitting just 12.3% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 3 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 4 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 5 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 6 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 7 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 8 Halahali APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 9 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 10 Tirukattupalli(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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹2,850 (42.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Manubazar APMC ranged between ₹2,800 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹4,396. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,800 |
| 12 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,700 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,200 |
| 06 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,200 |
| 05 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,900 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 01 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 31 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 28 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,300 |
| 24 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,600 |
| 23 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Onion yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion stood at Manubazar APMC on 12 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.