Looking at how the yards traded on 18 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,600 per quintal in Jaunpur APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What Put Jaunpur APMC on Top Today
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,600
- Lowest Price Today₹3,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Onion is about 43.2% above the period average, sitting just 10.0% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kayamkulam Market APMC Leader | ₹8,200 |
| 2 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 5 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 6 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 7 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 10 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹1,700 (26.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Jaunpur APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,514. 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 Oct | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,700 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,665 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,824 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,703 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,742 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,749 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 13 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,721 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,779 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,611 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,886 |
| 06 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,739 |
| 04 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,530 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Onion today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Jaunpur APMC on 18 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.