Based on what the markets reported on 11 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,200 per quintal in Ghatal APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,300
- Lowest Price Today₹5,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date11 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
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 64.3% above the period average — just 7.1% short of 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 11 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 4 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 5 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 6 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 7 Pala Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 8 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Tirukattupalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 10 Gudalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 11 Pollachi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
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 ₹4,900 (69.0%) 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 Ghatal APMC ranged between ₹1,700 and ₹5,600, with the average around ₹3,165. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,100 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 06 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 01 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 31 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 28 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 27 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,900 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 23 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
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
Farmers comparing Onion rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
To wrap up, Ghatal APMC logged this Onion rate on 11 Sep 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.