In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,870 per quintal in Sehore APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Sehore APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,911
- Lowest Price Today₹2,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,870
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 65.2% above the period average and just 1.0% 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 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Sehore APMC ranged between ₹605 and ₹3,911, with the average around ₹2,343. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹3,911 | ₹2,300 | ₹3,870 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,318 | ₹2,703 | ₹3,318 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,238 | ₹611 | ₹2,980 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,671 | ₹1,520 | ₹2,570 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,601 | ₹850 | ₹2,601 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,518 | ₹2,377 | ₹2,377 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,560 | ₹1,706 | ₹2,560 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,411 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,411 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,451 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,446 | ₹1,250 | ₹2,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,360 | ₹1,441 | ₹2,360 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,427 | ₹1,220 | ₹2,370 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,570 | ₹1,401 | ₹2,514 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,390 | ₹1,640 | ₹2,390 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,430 | ₹1,301 | ₹2,430 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,255 | ₹1,195 | ₹2,255 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,440 | ₹1,941 | ₹2,200 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,399 | ₹1,501 | ₹2,399 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,453 | ₹1,211 | ₹2,301 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,080 | ₹1,825 | ₹2,050 |
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
The day's best Onion rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Sehore 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.