From today's trading desk on 18 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,555 per quintal in Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
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₹3,255
- Lowest Price Today₹605
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,555
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Onion is about 68.6% above the period average, sitting just 21.5% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 5 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 6 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 9 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 10 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 11 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 12 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
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 ₹4,600 (92.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC ranged between ₹250 and ₹3,255, with the average around ₹1,515. 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 Aug | ₹3,255 | ₹605 | ₹2,555 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,455 | ₹505 | ₹1,855 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,130 | ₹505 | ₹1,755 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,205 | ₹505 | ₹1,755 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,155 | ₹505 | ₹1,705 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,905 | ₹400 | ₹1,505 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,255 | ₹505 | ₹1,905 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,405 | ₹505 | ₹1,855 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,255 | ₹530 | ₹1,855 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,480 | ₹505 | ₹1,855 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,405 | ₹505 | ₹1,905 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,130 | ₹505 | ₹1,755 |
| 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 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion stood at Jetpur(Dist.Rajkot) APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.