Pulling together the 16 Sep 2026 mandi readings, Onion was quoted at ₹4,257 per quintal in Ghaziabad 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
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,257
- Lowest Price Today₹4,257
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,257
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 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.
Right now Onion is about 58.9% above the period average — right at the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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.
The ₹2,350 (32.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Ghaziabad APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹4,257, with the average around ₹2,679. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Sep | ₹4,257 | ₹4,257 | ₹4,257 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,060 | ₹4,040 | ₹4,050 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,060 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,042 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,109 | ₹4,010 | ₹4,035 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,050 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,028 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,060 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,025 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,010 | ₹4,010 | ₹4,010 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,050 | ₹4,010 | ₹4,023 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,040 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,021 |
| 30 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹4,050 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,018 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,020 | ₹4,010 | ₹4,011 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,806 | ₹3,520 | ₹3,547 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,550 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,514 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,520 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,513 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,270 | ₹2,210 | ₹2,238 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,566 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,246 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,270 | ₹2,210 | ₹2,240 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,210 | ₹2,229 |
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
For Onion, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Ghaziabad APMC on 16 Sep 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.