In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,400 per quintal in Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,600
- Lowest Price Today₹4,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 53.4% above the period average and just 4.3% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹1,700 (26.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹4,600, with the average around ₹2,868. 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 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC posted this Onion rate on 18 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.