Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹1,800 per quintal in Sanawad(F&V) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Sanawad(F&V) APMC on Top Today
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 8.3% below the period average and just 28.0% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Sanawad(F&V) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹4,500 (88.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Sanawad(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹1,100 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹1,962. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,900 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,900 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
Net-net, Sanawad(F&V) 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.