Based on what the markets reported on 18 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,725 per quintal in Pandua APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Pandua APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,850
- Lowest Price Today₹3,650
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,725
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Dry F.A.Q.)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Onion is about 25.5% above the period average, sitting just 23.2% 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 Pandua 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 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
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
A spread of ₹500 (7.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Pandua APMC ranged between ₹1,425 and ₹4,850, with the average around ₹2,967. 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 | ₹3,850 | ₹3,650 | ₹3,725 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,425 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,125 | ₹3,775 | ₹3,975 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,125 | ₹3,850 | ₹4,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,975 | ₹3,725 | ₹3,875 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,650 | ₹4,250 | ₹4,475 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,750 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,750 | ₹4,350 | ₹4,525 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,425 | ₹4,175 | ₹4,350 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,650 | ₹4,325 | ₹4,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,425 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,350 | ₹4,125 | ₹4,250 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,475 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
| 13 Sep | ₹4,775 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,525 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,850 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,725 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,725 | ₹4,250 | ₹4,550 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,350 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 06 Sep | ₹4,450 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,350 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
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
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Pandua 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.