In the latest market update for 18 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,650 per quintal in Dharashiv APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,800
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Red)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 34.4% above the period average, sitting just 38.4% 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 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 6 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Kakching Market APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 11 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 12 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹4,500 (88.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Dharashiv APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹4,300, with the average around ₹1,972. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,150 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,250 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,900 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹1,350 | ₹2,075 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,900 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,900 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 02 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹900 | ₹2,050 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,250 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹800 | ₹1,800 |
| 26 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,250 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,950 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,550 | ₹2,025 |
| 19 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,900 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,900 |
| 17 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹500 | ₹1,750 |
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
For Onion, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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 sum up, this was the Onion rate at Dharashiv APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.