As fresh arrivals settled on 18 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,600 per quintal in Madhubani APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,700
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 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.
This puts Onion about 42.7% above the period average, and just 4.2% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Pala Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 4 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 5 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 8 Vadaseri APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 9 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 10 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
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 ₹5,200 (76.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Madhubani APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹4,800, with the average around ₹3,223. 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 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 29 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
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
The day's best Onion rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Madhubani APMC on 18 Sep 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.