Pulling together the 18 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Onion was quoted at ₹2,500 per quintal in Dudhi APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- 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.
Right now Onion is about 56.8% above the period average — just 3.8% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 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 ₹4,500 (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.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Dudhi APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹2,600, with the average around ₹1,594. 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 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,511 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 16 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 14 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 13 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 09 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 07 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 06 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 03 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 02 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 01 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Dudhi 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.