With the 16 Sep 2026 auctions now in, Onion was quoted at ₹5,100 per quintal in Chakdah APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Onion today.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
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₹5,100
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 60.1% above the period average and just 5.6% short of 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 Chakdah 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
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.
At ₹2,350 (32.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Chakdah APMC ranged between ₹1,750 and ₹5,400, with the average around ₹3,185. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,100 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,050 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 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 |
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
The headline Onion rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
Net-net, Chakdah 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.