Checking the day's mandi numbers for 18 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,400 per quintal in Rampurhat APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Onion yards.
01What Put Rampurhat APMC on Top Today
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 35.8% above the period average, sitting just 4.3% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Rampurhat APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 4 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 5 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 8 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 9 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,450 |
| 11 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 12 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
At ₹750 (12.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Rampurhat APMC ranged between ₹1,450 and ₹4,600, with the average around ₹3,240. 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 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,450 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,550 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
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
Going to the top Onion market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Rampurhat APMC on 18 Oct 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.