Pulling together the 18 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Onion was quoted at ₹4,500 per quintal in Barwala(Hisar) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 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.
Right now Onion is about 43.9% above the period average — just 16.7% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
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
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
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 Barwala(Hisar) APMC ranged between ₹1,400 and ₹5,400, with the average around ₹3,127. 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 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,800 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Onion, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Barwala(Hisar) APMC logged this Onion rate on 18 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.