Checking the day's mandi numbers for 18 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,951 per quintal in Sailana APMC. This is one of several Onion rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What Put Sailana APMC on Top Today
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,980
- Lowest Price Today₹211
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,951
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Onion is about 119.9% above the period average — just 0.7% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 North Paravur Market APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 3 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 4 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 5 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 10 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 11 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
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 ₹3,500 (70.0%) 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 Sailana APMC ranged between ₹100 and ₹3,980, with the average around ₹1,797. 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 Aug | ₹3,980 | ₹211 | ₹3,951 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,270 | ₹200 | ₹3,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,780 | ₹100 | ₹2,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,710 | ₹310 | ₹2,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹100 | ₹2,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,351 | ₹400 | ₹1,900 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹150 | ₹1,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹200 | ₹1,900 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,403 | ₹390 | ₹1,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,001 | ₹2,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,353 | ₹200 | ₹1,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,385 | ₹300 | ₹2,091 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,431 | ₹500 | ₹2,100 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹700 | ₹2,150 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,509 | ₹600 | ₹2,100 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹400 | ₹2,050 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,371 | ₹661 | ₹2,300 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,390 | ₹431 | ₹2,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹200 | ₹1,100 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,480 | ₹100 | ₹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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach 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
To wrap up, Sailana APMC logged this Onion rate on 18 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.