Pulling together the 18 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Onion was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in PMY Kather Solan 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
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 21.1% 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 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 6 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Kakching Market APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 11 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 12 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
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.
The ₹4,500 (88.2%) 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 PMY Kather Solan APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹4,200, with the average around ₹2,889. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,300 | ₹3,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,100 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,100 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in PMY Kather Solan 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.