Looking at how the yards traded on 18 Aug 2026, Onion Green was quoted at ₹6,250 per quintal in Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. This is one of several Onion Green rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Green Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion Green (Onion Green)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion Green rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion Green is about 7.0% above the period average, sitting just 16.7% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion Green rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 4 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 5 Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 8 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 9 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 11 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹1,500 (18.8%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion Green prices at Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹7,500, with the average around ₹5,839. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,750 |
| 15 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 09 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,500 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Onion Green, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion Green stood at Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.