Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in Kanpur(Grain) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Onion markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Onion about 16.8% above the period average, and just 45.3% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Kanpur(Grain) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kayamkulam Market APMC Leader | ₹8,200 |
| 2 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 5 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 6 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 7 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 10 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
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.
At ₹1,700 (26.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Kanpur(Grain) APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹5,488, with the average around ₹2,569. 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 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,101 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,042 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,108 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,488 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,072 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Kanpur(Grain) APMC on 18 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.