From today's trading desk on 18 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,100 per quintal in Badwah(F&V) APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Onion yards.
01What Put Badwah(F&V) APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,610
- Lowest Price Today₹1,710
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (1st Sort)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Onion is about 7.8% above the period average — just 23.6% 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 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 6 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Kakching Market APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 11 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 12 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
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.
That ₹4,500 (88.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Badwah(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹2,750, with the average around ₹1,948. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹2,690 | ₹1,685 | ₹2,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,610 | ₹1,710 | ₹2,100 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹1,750 | ₹2,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,250 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,900 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,350 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,450 | ₹2,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,750 | ₹1,850 | ₹2,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,465 | ₹1,650 | ₹2,100 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,625 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,900 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹1,650 | ₹2,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,200 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹1,300 | ₹2,000 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,006 | ₹1,400 | ₹2,000 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,840 |
| 07 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,650 | ₹1,800 |
| 06 Jul | ₹2,450 | ₹1,875 | ₹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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Badwah(F&V) APMC logged this Onion rate on 18 Aug 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.