In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,100 per quintal in Ludhiana APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What Put Ludhiana APMC on Top Today
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,700
- Lowest Price Today₹1,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 55.1% above the period average and just 38.0% 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 Sep 2026, so you can see where Ludhiana 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 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 3 Parappanangadi Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 4 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 5 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 6 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 7 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 10 Vadaseri APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 11 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 12 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
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.
A spread of ₹4,800 (66.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Ludhiana APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹1,999. 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 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹1,100 | ₹3,100 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹1,100 | ₹3,300 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹1,100 | ₹3,300 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹1,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹1,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹1,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹1,300 | ₹3,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹1,300 | ₹3,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹1,100 | ₹3,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹1,100 | ₹3,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹1,300 | ₹2,900 |
| 29 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹1,300 | ₹3,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹1,300 | ₹2,900 |
| 26 Aug | ₹3,900 | ₹1,300 | ₹2,700 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹1,300 | ₹2,700 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹1,300 | ₹2,700 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹2,700 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹1,300 | ₹2,700 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹1,300 | ₹2,700 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹1,300 | ₹2,500 |
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
Selling Onion well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Ludhiana APMC posted this Onion rate on 18 Sep 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.