From today's trading desk on 18 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,200 per quintal in Broadway market Market APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Onion markets.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (1st Sort)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Onion is about 29.8% above the period average — just 25.7% 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 rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kayamkulam Market APMC Leader | ₹8,200 |
| 2 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 5 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 6 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 7 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 10 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
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.
At ₹1,700 (26.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Broadway market Market APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹4,007. 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 | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,700 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,700 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
| 25 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 20 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 16 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 15 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 04 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 29 Jun | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 22 Jun | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 17 Jun | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Broadway market Market APMC logged this Onion 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.