Based on what the markets reported on 18 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,471 per quintal in Shamgarh APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
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₹3,471
- Lowest Price Today₹1,101
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,471
- 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.
At this level, Onion is about 46.9% above the period average, sitting just 16.2% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Pala Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 4 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 5 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 8 Vadaseri APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 9 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 10 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
A spread of ₹5,200 (76.5%) 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 Shamgarh APMC ranged between ₹100 and ₹4,143, with the average around ₹2,363. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹3,471 | ₹1,101 | ₹3,471 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,751 | ₹200 | ₹3,751 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,965 | ₹1,820 | ₹3,965 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,851 | ₹500 | ₹3,402 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹1,291 | ₹3,600 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,903 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,903 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,801 | ₹2,070 | ₹3,801 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,143 | ₹2,301 | ₹4,143 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,126 | ₹2,161 | ₹3,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,100 | ₹1,103 | ₹4,100 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,512 | ₹630 | ₹1,501 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,050 | ₹382 | ₹2,400 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,760 | ₹801 | ₹2,760 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹300 | ₹2,600 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹691 | ₹3,100 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,250 | ₹950 | ₹3,250 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,602 | ₹1,160 | ₹2,602 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,401 | ₹1,386 | ₹1,990 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,560 | ₹1,010 | ₹1,560 |
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
When picking where to sell Onion, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
All told, this is where Onion stood at Shamgarh APMC on 18 Sep 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.