In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹1,922 per quintal in Kosikalan APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Onion yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Onion arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,922
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 9.6% above the period average and just 23.1% 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 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 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹4,600 (92.0%), 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 Kosikalan APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹1,754. 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 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,922 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,920 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,840 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,700 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,950 |
| 02 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,075 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,874 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,917 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Kosikalan 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.