Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹1,500 per quintal in Tanda(Rampur) APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Onion today.
01What Put Tanda(Rampur) APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 8.9% above the period average and right at 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 Tanda(Rampur) 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 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
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.
A spread of ₹4,600 (92.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Onion prices at Tanda(Rampur) APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹1,500, with the average around ₹1,378. 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 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 02 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 26 Jun | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 24 Jun | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,026 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Aug 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Tanda(Rampur) 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.