With the 18 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Onion was quoted at ₹4,500 per quintal in Habra APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What Put Habra APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,600
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 47.2% above the period average, and just 6.3% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kayamkulam Market APMC Leader | ₹8,200 |
| 2 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 5 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 6 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 7 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 10 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
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 ₹1,700 (26.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Habra APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹4,800, with the average around ₹3,058. 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 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 |
| 20 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Onion today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
The takeaway: Habra APMC reported Onion at this level on 18 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.