Looking at how the yards traded on 18 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹1,750 per quintal in Pune(Khadiki) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Onion markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Local)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Onion is about 14.8% above the period average — just 32.7% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Pune(Khadiki) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 4 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 5 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 6 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 9 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 10 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,450 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹550 (8.5%) 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Pune(Khadiki) APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹2,600, with the average around ₹1,525. 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 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,750 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,800 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,600 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,700 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,700 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,700 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,600 |
| 13 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,350 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,400 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,350 |
| 08 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,350 |
| 06 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,350 |
| 04 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,400 |
| 03 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,300 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Onion, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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 short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Pune(Khadiki) APMC on 18 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.