In the latest market update for 18 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,500 per quintal in Auraiya APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Onion today.
01What Put Auraiya APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 26.0% above the period average — just 37.5% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 6 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Kakching Market APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 11 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 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 ₹4,500 (88.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Auraiya APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹1,984. 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 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,320 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 11 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
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
The headline Onion rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Auraiya APMC on 18 Aug 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.