In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,225 per quintal in Khandwa APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Onion today.
01What Put Khandwa APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,225
- Lowest Price Today₹1,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,225
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Local)
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 103.9% above the period average, and just 29.1% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Khandwa 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 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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 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 ₹550 (8.5%) 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 Khandwa APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹4,550, with the average around ₹1,582. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹3,225 | ₹1,400 | ₹3,225 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,100 | ₹1,400 | ₹2,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,360 | ₹1,725 | ₹2,540 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹3,200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹3,600 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,250 | ₹1,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,300 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,300 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,250 | ₹1,440 | ₹3,200 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,370 | ₹1,800 | ₹3,750 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,250 | ₹1,600 | ₹4,250 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,550 | ₹1,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,550 | ₹1,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,550 | ₹1,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 06 Sep | ₹4,260 | ₹1,425 | ₹3,600 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Onion today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Khandwa APMC reported Onion at this level on 18 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.