As fresh arrivals settled on 18 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,080 per quintal in Lakhimpur APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Lakhimpur APMC on Top Today
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,080
- Lowest Price Today₹3,080
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,080
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 57.2% above the period average and just 0.6% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 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.
At ₹1,700 (26.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Lakhimpur APMC ranged between ₹1,040 and ₹3,100, with the average around ₹1,959. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹3,080 | ₹3,080 | ₹3,080 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,060 | ₹3,050 | ₹3,058 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,080 | ₹3,080 | ₹3,080 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,060 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,019 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,040 | ₹3,040 | ₹3,040 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,950 | ₹2,850 | ₹2,905 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,950 | ₹2,880 | ₹2,901 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,850 | ₹2,878 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,860 | ₹2,860 | ₹2,860 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,960 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,880 | ₹2,880 | ₹2,880 |
| 13 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,850 | ₹2,899 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,860 | ₹2,878 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,950 | ₹2,950 | ₹2,950 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,860 | ₹2,891 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,910 | ₹2,850 | ₹2,888 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,930 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,920 |
| 06 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,880 | ₹2,890 |
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
Going to the top Onion market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
Bottom line: on 18 Oct 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Lakhimpur APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.