With the 24 Sep 2026 auctions now in, Onion was quoted at ₹5,414 per quintal in Akbarpur APMC. See where this sits in the day's Onion range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
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₹5,414
- Lowest Price Today₹5,414
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,414
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
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.
This puts Onion about 78.2% above the period average, and right at the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 24 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹11,600 |
| 2 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 4 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 9 Vadaseri APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 10 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
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 ₹4,600 (65.7%) 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 Akbarpur APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹5,414, with the average around ₹3,038. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Sep | ₹5,414 | ₹5,414 | ₹5,414 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,052 | ₹5,052 | ₹5,052 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 02 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 11 Jul | ₹3,320 | ₹3,320 | ₹3,320 |
| 08 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,142 |
| 02 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 25 Jun | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Akbarpur APMC on 24 Sep 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.