In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,000 per quintal in RYTHU BAZAR MEHDIPATNAM APMC. This is one of several Onion rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (1st Sort)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 11.3% above the period average — just 11.1% 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 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 3 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 4 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 5 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 6 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 7 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 8 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 11 Vadaseri APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 12 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹4,800 (66.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at RYTHU BAZAR MEHDIPATNAM APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹3,594. 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 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 29 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 28 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, RYTHU BAZAR MEHDIPATNAM APMC logged this Onion rate on 18 Sep 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.