As the 18 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Onion was quoted at ₹1,500 per quintal in Katni(F&V) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Katni(F&V) APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Onion arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
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.
Today's rate is about 4.2% above the period average and just 40.0% 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 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹1,700 (26.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Katni(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹1,440. 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 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 16 Oct | ₹1,650 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,126 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹800 | ₹875 |
| 13 Oct | ₹1,650 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,275 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,437 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,413 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,205 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,430 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,163 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,514 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,219 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,560 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,727 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,964 |
| 06 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,024 |
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
Selling Onion well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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, Katni(F&V) APMC posted this Onion 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.