In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,800 per quintal in Buland Shahr APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Onion markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,800
- Lowest Price Today₹2,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 50.7% above the period average and just 56.3% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 Gondatwisa APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
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 ₹500 (7.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Buland Shahr APMC ranged between ₹1,100 and ₹6,400, with the average around ₹1,858. 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 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,910 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,829 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,850 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,821 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,813 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,090 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,060 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,070 | ₹3,010 | ₹3,031 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,010 | ₹3,266 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
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
For Onion, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Oct 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Buland Shahr APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.