Turning to the 18 Oct 2026 APMC board, Onion Green was quoted at ₹9,750 per quintal in Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,750
- 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.
This puts Onion Green about 29.9% above the period average, and just 11.4% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Onion Green rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 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.
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.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Onion Green prices at Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹11,000, with the average around ₹7,506. 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 | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 18 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 17 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 25 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 22 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 21 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 19 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 16 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 14 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
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
When picking where to sell Onion Green, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion Green was priced at this level in Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.