Based on what the markets reported on 18 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,400 per quintal in Jaisalmer APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Jaisalmer APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Onion is about 21.3% above the period average, sitting just 14.3% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 6 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Kakching Market APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 11 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 12 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
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.
The ₹4,500 (88.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Jaisalmer APMC ranged between ₹1,100 and ₹2,800, with the average around ₹1,979. 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 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 08 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 29 Jun | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 25 Jun | ₹1,350 | ₹1,150 | ₹1,250 |
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
When picking where to sell Onion, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Jaisalmer APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.