With the 19 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Onion was quoted at ₹3,200 per quintal in Maharjganj APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,200
- Lowest Price Today₹3,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (1st Sort)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Onion about 7.0% above the period average, and right at the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 19 Aug 2026, so you can see where Maharjganj APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kottayam Market APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 3 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 4 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 5 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 6 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 7 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 8 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 9 Usilampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 10 Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 11 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 12 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
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 ₹1,750 (33.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Maharjganj APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹3,200, with the average around ₹2,992. 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 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 02 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
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
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, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Maharjganj APMC reported Onion at this level on 19 Aug 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.