Checking the day's mandi numbers for 19 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in Badnagar APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Badnagar APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,815
- Lowest Price Today₹1,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 88.6% above the period average — just 21.4% 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 rates across active mandis for 19 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹8,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 5 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 6 Mannar Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 7 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Agar(F&V) APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 9 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 10 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
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 ₹3,100 (56.4%) 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 Badnagar APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹3,815, with the average around ₹1,591. 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 | ₹3,815 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹2,151 | ₹3,400 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹600 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,211 | ₹1,211 | ₹1,211 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹1,305 | ₹2,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,105 | ₹1,011 | ₹2,105 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,305 | ₹920 | ₹1,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹850 | ₹1,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,211 | ₹700 | ₹1,211 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹595 | ₹1,400 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹750 | ₹1,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,051 | ₹2,051 | ₹2,051 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,051 | ₹2,100 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹600 | ₹1,400 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹700 | ₹1,800 |
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
Farmers comparing Onion rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
To wrap up, Badnagar APMC logged this Onion 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.