From today's trading desk on 18 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹1,382 per quintal in Pilibhit APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Pilibhit APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,450
- Lowest Price Today₹1,350
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,382
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Onion is about 14.5% above the period average, sitting just 16.2% 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
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 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.
The ₹4,500 (88.2%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Pilibhit APMC ranged between ₹900 and ₹1,650, with the average around ₹1,207. 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 Aug | ₹1,450 | ₹1,350 | ₹1,382 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,360 | ₹1,360 | ₹1,360 |
| 16 Aug | ₹1,550 | ₹1,380 | ₹1,417 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,450 | ₹1,380 | ₹1,408 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,350 | ₹1,367 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹900 | ₹1,345 |
| 02 Aug | ₹1,360 | ₹1,360 | ₹1,360 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,457 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹900 | ₹948 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,650 | ₹1,350 | ₹1,464 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,360 | ₹1,360 | ₹1,360 |
| 15 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹900 | ₹991 |
| 13 Jul | ₹1,650 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,621 |
| 12 Jul | ₹1,620 | ₹1,610 | ₹1,616 |
| 07 Jul | ₹1,050 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,013 |
| 06 Jul | ₹1,010 | ₹925 | ₹997 |
| 04 Jul | ₹1,020 | ₹1,020 | ₹1,020 |
| 02 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹900 | ₹986 |
| 29 Jun | ₹1,350 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,031 |
| 27 Jun | ₹1,050 | ₹1,050 | ₹1,050 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion stood at Pilibhit APMC on 18 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.