In the mandi rate roundup for 18 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,250 per quintal in Etawah APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What Put Etawah APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,250
- Lowest Price Today₹2,250
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
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.
Today's rate is about 24.3% above the period average and right at 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
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 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
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
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.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Etawah APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹2,250, with the average around ₹1,810. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,250 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,220 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,250 | ₹2,225 | ₹2,234 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,201 | ₹2,201 | ₹2,201 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,205 | ₹2,203 | ₹2,204 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,215 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,207 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,210 | ₹2,204 | ₹2,206 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,225 | ₹2,225 | ₹2,225 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,231 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,207 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,210 | ₹2,210 | ₹2,210 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,210 | ₹2,210 | ₹2,210 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,204 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,203 |
| 11 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
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
The day's best Onion rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Etawah 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.