In the price report dated 18 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,250 per quintal in Bhadara APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (1st Sort)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 40.7% above the period average, and just 15.0% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 Parappanangadi Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 4 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 5 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 7 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 10 Vadaseri APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 11 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 12 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
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.
That ₹4,800 (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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Bhadara APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,020. 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 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,667 |
| 13 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹3,700 | ₹4,378 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,950 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,890 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,425 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,286 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,129 |
| 04 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,425 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,267 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,488 |
| 29 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,083 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 26 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,375 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,550 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,325 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,211 |
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
Farmers comparing Onion rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Bhadara APMC reported Onion at this level on 18 Sep 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.