Here's the 18 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Onion was quoted at ₹3,600 per quintal in Sinner APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What Put Sinner APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,800
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Unhali)
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 68.2% above the period average — just 5.3% 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 North Paravur Market APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 4 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 5 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 6 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 8 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 11 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 12 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
That ₹3,400 (66.7%) 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 Sinner APMC ranged between ₹100 and ₹3,800, with the average around ₹2,140. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,440 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,135 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,060 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,651 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,514 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,455 | ₹700 | ₹2,350 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,240 | ₹700 | ₹2,100 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,266 | ₹700 | ₹2,050 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,281 | ₹700 | ₹2,075 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,195 | ₹700 | ₹2,050 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹700 | ₹2,050 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,360 | ₹700 | ₹2,100 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,275 | ₹700 | ₹2,125 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,386 | ₹700 | ₹2,100 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,387 | ₹700 | ₹1,381 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹700 | ₹2,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,151 | ₹700 | ₹1,950 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹500 | ₹1,950 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,246 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,950 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Onion today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Sinner APMC on 18 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.