Checking the day's mandi numbers for 18 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,300 per quintal in HINGNA - APMC. This is one of several Onion rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Onion arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,600
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Red)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 24.2% above the period average — just 8.3% 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
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 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 5 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 6 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 9 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 10 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 11 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 12 Vaniyampadi(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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at HINGNA - APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹3,600, with the average around ₹2,656. 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 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,166 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,628 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,700 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,633 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,540 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,600 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,433 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
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 day's best Onion rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, HINGNA - 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.