In the mandi rate roundup for 19 Aug 2026, Onion Green was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion Green (Onion Green)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion Green rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 40.5% above the period average and right at 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 Green rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 6 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 7 Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 10 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 11 Vadaseri APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 12 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
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 ₹1,250 (15.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion Green prices at Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹5,695. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
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 Green yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Onion Green rate on 19 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.