Checking the day's mandi numbers for 18 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,300 per quintal in Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Onion yard so you can see where this one falls.
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₹4,600
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Bellary)
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.
At this level, Onion is about 15.2% above the period average, sitting just 6.5% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC Leader | ₹7,200 |
| 2 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 3 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 4 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 5 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 7 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 8 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
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 ₹2,200 (44.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,200 and ₹4,600, with the average around ₹3,733. 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 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,300 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
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
Farmers comparing Onion rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
All told, this is where Onion stood at Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 Aug 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.