Pulling together the 18 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Onion was quoted at ₹6,450 per quintal in Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,450
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Bellary)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Onion is about 43.8% above the period average — just 7.9% 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 Oct 2026, so you can see where Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 4 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 5 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 8 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 9 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,450 |
| 11 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 12 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
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.
The ₹750 (12.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,300 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹4,486. 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 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,450 |
| 17 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,450 |
| 16 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,700 |
| 15 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,700 |
| 13 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,700 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,700 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,700 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,700 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,700 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,700 |
| 20 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,350 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,350 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,700 |
| 13 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,550 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,350 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
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
Selling Onion well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 Oct 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.