In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,800 per quintal in Garh Shankar APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Garh Shankar APMC on Top Today
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,800
- Lowest Price Today₹3,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Onion is about 40.7% above the period average, sitting just 5.0% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 18 Sep 2026, so you can see where Garh Shankar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Pala Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 4 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 5 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 8 Vadaseri APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 9 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 10 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
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.
At ₹5,200 (76.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Garh Shankar APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,700. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 02 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 29 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 28 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
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
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
All told, this is where Onion stood at Garh Shankar APMC on 18 Sep 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.