In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Jul 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,479 per quintal in Sadasivpet APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
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₹2,779
- Lowest Price Today₹879
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,479
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Jul 2026
- CommodityOnion (Local)
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 3.9% above the period average, and just 11.7% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 18 Jul 2026, so you can see where Sadasivpet APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chengannur Market APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 3 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 4 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 6 Mannar Market APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 7 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 8 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 9 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
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 ₹2,250 (47.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Sadasivpet APMC ranged between ₹609 and ₹2,809, with the average around ₹2,385. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03 Aug | ₹2,709 | ₹860 | ₹2,479 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,660 | ₹1,222 | ₹2,512 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,689 | ₹912 | ₹2,502 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,672 | ₹912 | ₹2,502 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,809 | ₹909 | ₹2,556 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,628 | ₹752 | ₹2,489 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,727 | ₹888 | ₹2,580 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,709 | ₹932 | ₹2,569 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,779 | ₹879 | ₹2,479 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,809 | ₹932 | ₹2,502 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,675 | ₹860 | ₹2,539 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,742 | ₹812 | ₹2,509 |
| 07 Jul | ₹2,556 | ₹612 | ₹2,379 |
| 06 Jul | ₹2,502 | ₹712 | ₹2,430 |
| 03 Jul | ₹2,412 | ₹712 | ₹1,859 |
| 30 Jun | ₹2,539 | ₹812 | ₹2,230 |
| 27 Jun | ₹2,511 | ₹712 | ₹2,304 |
| 24 Jun | ₹2,300 | ₹777 | ₹2,139 |
| 16 Jun | ₹1,820 | ₹609 | ₹1,760 |
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
For Onion, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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 a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Sadasivpet APMC on 18 Jul 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.