Pulling together the 14 Sep 2026 mandi readings, Onion was quoted at ₹4,900 per quintal in Chakdah 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
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,850
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 60.8% above the period average — just 9.3% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 14 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 North Paravur Market APMC Leader | ₹10,500 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 6 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 7 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 8 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 9 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Munnar Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,900 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
That ₹3,600 (52.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Chakdah APMC ranged between ₹1,750 and ₹5,400, with the average around ₹3,047. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,850 | ₹4,900 |
| 13 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,150 | ₹4,200 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,050 | ₹4,200 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,650 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,750 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,650 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,750 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,850 | ₹2,750 | ₹2,800 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,650 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,650 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,750 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Onion today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Chakdah APMC logged this Onion rate on 14 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.