In the day's wholesale-price digest for 19 Aug 2026, Onion Green was quoted at ₹8,100 per quintal in Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What Put Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,400
- Lowest Price Today₹7,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion Green (Onion Green)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 Green is about 22.5% above the period average — just 3.6% 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 Green rates across active mandis for 19 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 3 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 4 Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 7 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 8 Vadaseri APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 9 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 11 Muthupettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion Green.
At ₹1,500 (18.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion Green matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion Green prices at Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,800 and ₹8,400, with the average around ₹6,610. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,100 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,100 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,100 |
| 16 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,100 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,400 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,100 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,400 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹7,400 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,100 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,400 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,400 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,100 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
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
Before carting Onion Green to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
To wrap up, Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Onion Green rate on 19 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.