Across the reporting yards on 18 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,625 per quintal in Kapadvanj APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,250
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,625
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 35.2% above the period average and just 19.2% 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 rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 North Paravur Market APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 3 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 4 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 5 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 10 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 11 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹3,500 (70.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Kapadvanj APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹3,250, with the average around ₹1,942. 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 | ₹3,250 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,625 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,900 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,900 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,900 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,850 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,850 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,850 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,750 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,125 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,750 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,125 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
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 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 is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Kapadvanj APMC posted this Onion rate on 18 Aug 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.