Looking at how the yards traded on 18 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in Gevrai APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Red)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Onion is about 53.6% above the period average — just 33.3% 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 Gevrai 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 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 4 Pattambi 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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹4,600 (92.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Gevrai APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹1,953. 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 | ₹4,500 | ₹1,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,750 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,650 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,650 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,600 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,900 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹700 | ₹1,350 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,700 |
| 07 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,700 |
| 03 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹600 | ₹1,800 |
| 30 Jun | ₹2,850 | ₹700 | ₹1,400 |
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
The headline Onion rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Gevrai 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.