As the 18 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Onion was quoted at ₹4,600 per quintal in Durgapur APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Onion markets.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Onion arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,700
- Lowest Price Today₹4,550
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Nasik)
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 45.4% above the period average and just 4.2% 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 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 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,450 |
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 ₹550 (8.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Durgapur APMC ranged between ₹1,750 and ₹4,800, with the average around ₹3,164. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,550 | ₹4,600 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,550 | ₹4,600 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,650 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,550 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,650 | ₹4,350 | ₹4,550 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,650 | ₹4,350 | ₹4,550 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,650 | ₹4,350 | ₹4,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,650 | ₹4,450 | ₹4,600 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,650 | ₹4,350 | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,550 | ₹4,700 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,350 | ₹4,400 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 06 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,250 | ₹4,300 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,050 | ₹4,250 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,250 | ₹4,050 | ₹4,150 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
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 tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Durgapur 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.