Across the reporting yards on 18 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,900 per quintal in Ghatal APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 53.9% above the period average and just 2.5% 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 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 5 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 6 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 9 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 10 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 11 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 12 Vaniyampadi(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.
That ₹4,600 (92.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Ghatal APMC ranged between ₹1,700 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,534. 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 | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,840 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,850 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,860 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,850 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,840 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,850 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,760 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,740 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,750 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,750 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,660 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,650 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,660 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,630 |
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
For Onion, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Ghatal 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.