Turning to the 18 Sep 2026 APMC board, Onion was quoted at ₹3,770 per quintal in Ashta APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,920
- Lowest Price Today₹2,650
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,770
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 45.1% above the period average and just 66.7% 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
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 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 3 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 4 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 5 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 6 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 9 Vadaseri APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 10 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
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.
That ₹5,000 (71.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Ashta APMC ranged between ₹300 and ₹11,310, with the average around ₹2,599. 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 Sep | ₹3,920 | ₹2,650 | ₹3,770 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,990 | ₹2,840 | ₹3,850 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,230 | ₹2,540 | ₹4,110 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,880 | ₹3,880 | ₹3,880 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,330 | ₹3,620 | ₹3,900 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,460 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,460 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,812 | ₹4,450 | ₹4,812 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,390 | ₹1,021 | ₹4,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,320 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,400 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,670 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,100 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,270 | ₹3,270 | ₹3,270 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹1,925 | ₹3,900 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,910 | ₹1,811 | ₹3,910 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹3,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹11,310 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,820 | ₹1,930 | ₹3,400 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹1,590 | ₹3,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,470 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,470 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,351 | ₹300 | ₹1,351 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,601 | ₹1,050 | ₹1,301 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Onion yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Ashta 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.