Pulling together the 18 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Onion was quoted at ₹1,729 per quintal in Khalilabad APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Onion today.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,800
- Lowest Price Today₹1,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,729
- 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.
Right now Onion is about 4.7% above the period average — just 21.4% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
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 Khalilabad 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 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 4 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 5 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 7 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 8 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 9 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 10 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 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.
The ₹4,600 (92.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Khalilabad APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹2,200, with the average around ₹1,652. 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 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,729 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,883 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,951 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,824 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,842 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,770 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,950 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 06 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,800 |
| 03 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 29 Jun | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,163 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Onion yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Khalilabad APMC on 18 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.