In the day's wholesale-price digest for 24 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,350 per quintal in Ranaghat APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
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₹4,400
- Lowest Price Today₹4,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,350
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 26.3% above the period average — just 22.3% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 24 Sep 2026, so you can see where Ranaghat APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
That ₹4,300 (58.9%) 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 Ranaghat APMC ranged between ₹1,750 and ₹5,600, with the average around ₹3,443. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,350 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,900 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,150 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,150 |
| 13 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,600 | ₹5,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,250 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,300 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,300 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,250 | ₹3,050 | ₹3,100 |
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
When picking where to sell Onion, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Ranaghat APMC logged this Onion rate on 24 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.