Based on what the markets reported on 18 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,663 per quintal in Jaunpur APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Onion today.
01What Put Jaunpur APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,800
- Lowest Price Today₹2,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,663
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
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 46.8% above the period average — just 11.2% 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 Aug 2026, so you can see where Jaunpur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 4 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 5 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 10 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 11 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
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.
That ₹4,600 (92.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Jaunpur APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹1,814. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,663 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,764 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,953 |
| 09 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,814 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,824 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,055 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,863 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,791 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,975 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,998 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 26 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
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 day's best Onion rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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, Jaunpur 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.