Checking the day's mandi numbers for 18 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,500 per quintal in Kosli APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 12.9% above the period average — right at 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
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 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹5,750 |
| 2 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 4 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 5 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 6 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 7 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 8 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,900 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
A spread of ₹850 (17.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Kosli APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹2,214. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 07 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 06 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 04 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 03 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 02 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 01 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 25 Jun | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 24 Jun | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
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
When picking where to sell Onion, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Kosli APMC on 18 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.