Reading today's price tape for 18 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,900 per quintal in Bethuadahari APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Onion today.
01What Put Bethuadahari APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Nasik)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 8.6% above the period average, sitting just 9.4% 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
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 North Paravur Market APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 4 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 5 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 6 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹3,400 (66.7%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Bethuadahari APMC ranged between ₹1,700 and ₹3,200, with the average around ₹2,670. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,900 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
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 headline Onion rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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 Bethuadahari 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.