From today's trading desk on 18 Oct 2026, Onion Green was quoted at ₹6,450 per quintal in Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Green Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,450
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion Green (Onion Green)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion Green rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion Green is about 5.6% above the period average — just 28.3% 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 Green rates across active mandis for 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 3 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 4 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 5 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 6 Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 7 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 8 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 9 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 10 Tiruthani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 11 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 12 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion Green.
A spread of ₹1,250 (12.8%) 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 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Onion Green prices at Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹6,106. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,700 |
| 18 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,450 |
| 17 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,450 |
| 16 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,700 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,700 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,700 |
| 13 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 25 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,700 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,700 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,700 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,700 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,700 |
| 20 Sep | ₹7,400 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,350 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,450 |
| 17 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,700 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,700 |
| 13 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,450 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,400 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,350 |
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 Green 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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Onion Green rate on 18 Oct 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.