Here's the 18 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Onion was quoted at ₹2,200 per quintal in Sendhwa(F&V) 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
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹1,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 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.
At this level, Onion is about 96.1% above the period average, sitting just 18.5% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 18 Oct 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 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 4 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 5 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 9 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 10 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,450 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
That ₹550 (8.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Sendhwa(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹2,700, with the average around ₹1,122. 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 | ₹2,600 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,200 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,300 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,300 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,300 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,400 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,700 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,700 |
| 20 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,400 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,400 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,300 |
| 13 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,300 |
| 12 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,300 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,300 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,300 |
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
For Onion, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Sendhwa(F&V) APMC on 18 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.