In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Oct 2026, Onion Green was quoted at ₹7,250 per quintal in Kangayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Kangayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,500
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion Green (Onion Green)
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.
Right now Onion Green is about 20.1% above the period average — just 9.4% 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
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 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 3 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 4 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 5 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 6 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 7 Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 8 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 9 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 10 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 11 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 12 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,600 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion Green.
At ₹1,400 (14.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion Green matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Onion Green prices at Kangayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹6,036. 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 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 17 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 14 Oct | ₹7,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 13 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,350 |
| 12 Oct | ₹7,200 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,050 |
| 25 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,700 | ₹7,850 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,750 |
| 20 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,850 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,850 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,350 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,850 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,850 |
| 13 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,850 |
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 Green rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Kangayam(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.