From today's trading desk on 24 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,300 per quintal in Ghatal APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,400
- Lowest Price Today₹5,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Onion is about 56.3% above the period average, sitting just 5.4% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 24 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹11,600 |
| 2 Chala Market APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 3 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 5 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 6 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 8 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 10 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
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 ₹4,300 (58.9%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Ghatal APMC ranged between ₹1,700 and ₹5,600, with the average around ₹3,392. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,100 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,050 |
| 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 |
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
Selling Onion well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Ghatal APMC on 24 Sep 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.