Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,351 per quintal in Dindori(Vani) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
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₹3,881
- Lowest Price Today₹3,001
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,351
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Unhali)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 41.7% above the period average, and just 13.7% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
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 Dindori(Vani) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 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.
That ₹3,500 (70.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Dindori(Vani) APMC ranged between ₹1,401 and ₹3,881, with the average around ₹2,365. 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 Aug | ₹3,881 | ₹3,001 | ₹3,351 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,737 | ₹2,751 | ₹3,051 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,101 | ₹2,301 | ₹2,601 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,001 | ₹2,151 | ₹2,511 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,601 | ₹1,921 | ₹2,301 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,651 | ₹1,951 | ₹2,251 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,621 | ₹1,941 | ₹2,311 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,551 | ₹1,931 | ₹2,251 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,701 | ₹1,951 | ₹2,351 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,641 | ₹1,891 | ₹2,250 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,641 | ₹1,891 | ₹2,211 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,641 | ₹1,851 | ₹2,351 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,951 | ₹1,981 | ₹2,401 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,929 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,451 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,901 | ₹1,821 | ₹2,225 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,775 | ₹1,981 | ₹2,351 |
| 11 Jul | ₹2,750 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,351 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,801 | ₹2,051 | ₹2,361 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,771 | ₹2,085 | ₹2,411 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,751 | ₹2,051 | ₹2,481 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Onion today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Dindori(Vani) APMC on 18 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.