Across the reporting yards on 18 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,257 per quintal in Jhansi APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Onion yards.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,257
- 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.
Today's rate is about 39.6% above the period average and just 13.2% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
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 Jhansi 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 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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
That ₹4,500 (88.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Jhansi APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹2,600, with the average around ₹1,617. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,065 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,257 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 16 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,909 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,583 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,952 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,864 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,788 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,695 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,582 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Onion, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
Net-net, Jhansi APMC posted this Onion rate on 18 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.