In the price report dated 18 Jul 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹1,905 per quintal in Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,255
- Lowest Price Today₹505
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,905
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Jul 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 36.2% above the period average and just 26.9% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 18 Jul 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chengannur Market APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 3 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 4 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 6 Mannar Market APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 7 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 8 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 9 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹2,250 (47.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC ranged between ₹250 and ₹2,605, with the average around ₹1,399. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Aug | ₹2,230 | ₹505 | ₹1,905 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,280 | ₹505 | ₹1,905 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,605 | ₹250 | ₹1,750 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,330 | ₹505 | ₹1,855 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,105 | ₹505 | ₹1,805 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,230 | ₹555 | ₹1,905 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,755 | ₹505 | ₹1,350 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,430 | ₹500 | ₹1,750 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,250 | ₹505 | ₹1,850 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹505 | ₹1,805 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,155 | ₹505 | ₹1,800 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,255 | ₹505 | ₹1,905 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,255 | ₹705 | ₹1,605 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,505 | ₹705 | ₹1,805 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,105 | ₹705 | ₹1,755 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,230 | ₹605 | ₹1,825 |
| 11 Jul | ₹2,355 | ₹605 | ₹1,805 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,505 | ₹605 | ₹1,855 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,455 | ₹605 | ₹1,855 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,180 | ₹755 | ₹1,805 |
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 headline Onion rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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, Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC posted this Onion rate on 18 Jul 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.