In the latest market update for 18 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Ujjain APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,852
- Lowest Price Today₹200
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
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.
Right now Onion is about 176.0% above the period average — just 70.4% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Ujjain APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 4 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 5 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 7 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 8 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 9 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 10 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
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 ₹4,600 (92.0%) 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 Ujjain APMC ranged between ₹200 and ₹11,831, with the average around ₹1,268. 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 Aug | ₹3,852 | ₹200 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,050 | ₹402 | ₹2,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,929 | ₹350 | ₹1,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,354 | ₹300 | ₹2,300 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,238 | ₹600 | ₹1,100 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,388 | ₹200 | ₹1,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,312 | ₹359 | ₹2,312 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,459 | ₹350 | ₹2,459 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,356 | ₹465 | ₹2,100 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,251 | ₹349 | ₹1,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,422 | ₹661 | ₹1,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,350 | ₹500 | ₹1,300 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,401 | ₹777 | ₹2,100 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,525 | ₹451 | ₹2,525 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,325 | ₹800 | ₹2,325 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹525 | ₹2,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,375 | ₹500 | ₹2,375 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,412 | ₹848 | ₹1,100 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹500 | ₹1,100 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,328 | ₹500 | ₹1,100 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Onion, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Ujjain 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.