With the 16 Sep 2026 auctions now in, Onion was quoted at ₹3,600 per quintal in Baraut APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Onion today.
01What Put Baraut APMC on Top Today
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,600
- Lowest Price Today₹3,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 59.6% above the period average and right at 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 16 Sep 2026, so you can see where Baraut APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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
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 ₹2,350 (32.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Baraut APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹3,600, with the average around ₹2,255. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 13 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 12 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 |
| 02 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 29 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 |
| 26 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 23 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Baraut APMC posted this Onion rate on 16 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.