In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Oct 2026, Onion Green was quoted at ₹7,250 per quintal in Cheyyar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Cheyyar(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₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion Green (Onion Green)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 35.1% above the period average and just 9.4% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
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 Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 5 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 6 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 7 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 8 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 9 Tiruthani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 10 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 11 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 12 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
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.
At ₹1,250 (12.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion Green matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Onion Green prices at Cheyyar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹5,366. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,250 |
| 17 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,250 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,250 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,250 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 13 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 12 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Onion Green yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Cheyyar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Onion Green rate on 18 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.