In the price report dated 18 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹1,500 per quintal in Badnawar APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Onion markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,500
- Lowest Price Today₹500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Onion about 30.7% above the period average, and just 59.6% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
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 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.
A spread of ₹4,500 (88.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Badnawar APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹3,715, with the average around ₹1,148. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹3,715 | ₹700 | ₹1,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹500 | ₹1,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹500 | ₹1,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,300 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹500 | ₹1,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,125 | ₹500 | ₹1,400 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,175 | ₹500 | ₹1,300 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹465 | ₹1,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹605 | ₹675 |
| 04 Aug | ₹710 | ₹550 | ₹710 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹450 | ₹1,100 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹600 | ₹1,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,100 | ₹825 | ₹1,100 |
| 30 Jul | ₹700 | ₹621 | ₹700 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,351 | ₹500 | ₹1,400 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,251 | ₹510 | ₹1,200 |
| 25 Jul | ₹750 | ₹605 | ₹750 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹500 | ₹600 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹700 | ₹800 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,251 | ₹551 | ₹700 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Badnawar APMC on 18 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.