In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Bowenpally APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
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₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Onion is about 53.7% above the period average — just 12.5% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
A spread of ₹3,400 (66.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Bowenpally APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,277. 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 | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹800 | ₹2,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹600 | ₹2,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,600 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹800 | ₹2,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,600 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹800 | ₹2,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹800 | ₹2,200 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Onion, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Bowenpally 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.