In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹1,000 per quintal in Sendhwa(F&V) APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Onion today.
01What Put Sendhwa(F&V) APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,100
- Lowest Price Today₹800
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Red)
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 6.8% above the period average — just 28.6% 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 Sendhwa(F&V) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 North Paravur Market APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 4 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 5 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 7 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 8 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(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.
The ₹3,500 (70.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Sendhwa(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹1,400, with the average around ₹936. 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 | ₹1,100 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹1,100 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹900 | ₹1,100 |
| 02 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹900 | ₹1,100 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹900 | ₹1,100 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹900 | ₹1,100 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,100 | ₹700 | ₹900 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,100 | ₹700 | ₹900 |
| 26 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹700 | ₹900 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,100 | ₹700 | ₹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
Farmers comparing Onion rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Sendhwa(F&V) 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.