In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,650 per quintal in SMY Rohroo APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,800
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (1st Sort)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Onion is about 16.2% above the period average — just 8.8% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where SMY Rohroo APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chengannur Market APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 3 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 5 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 6 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 7 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 8 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
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.
At ₹3,000 (60.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at SMY Rohroo APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹3,140. 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 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,150 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 20 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, SMY Rohroo APMC logged this Onion rate on 18 Aug 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.