In the price report dated 18 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,250 per quintal in Manawar(F&V) APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Onion today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 66.9% above the period average and just 14.5% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 18 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 3 Parappanangadi Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 4 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 5 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 6 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 7 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 10 Vadaseri APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 11 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 12 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
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.
A spread of ₹4,800 (66.7%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Manawar(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹1,150 and ₹3,800, with the average around ₹1,947. 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 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,300 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,811 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,773 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,335 |
| 12 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,544 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,222 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,444 |
| 06 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 02 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,760 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,225 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,543 |
| 23 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,225 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,225 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,045 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
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
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
Net-net, Manawar(F&V) APMC posted this Onion rate on 18 Sep 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.