Turning to the 19 Aug 2026 APMC board, Onion was quoted at ₹3,780 per quintal in Ujjain APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Onion today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,780
- Lowest Price Today₹1,375
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,780
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Onion about 195.3% above the period average, and just 68.0% 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 19 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Athirampuzha Market APMC Leader | ₹8,600 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 3 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 7 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 8 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 10 Agar(F&V) APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 11 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
At ₹3,100 (56.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Ujjain APMC ranged between ₹200 and ₹11,831, with the average around ₹1,280. 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 | ₹3,780 | ₹1,375 | ₹3,780 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,825 | ₹332 | ₹1,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,050 | ₹402 | ₹2,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,929 | ₹350 | ₹1,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,354 | ₹300 | ₹2,300 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,238 | ₹600 | ₹1,100 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,388 | ₹200 | ₹1,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,312 | ₹359 | ₹2,312 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,459 | ₹350 | ₹2,459 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,356 | ₹465 | ₹2,100 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,251 | ₹349 | ₹1,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,422 | ₹661 | ₹1,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,350 | ₹500 | ₹1,300 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,401 | ₹777 | ₹2,100 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,525 | ₹451 | ₹2,525 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,325 | ₹800 | ₹2,325 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹525 | ₹2,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,375 | ₹500 | ₹2,375 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,412 | ₹848 | ₹1,100 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹500 | ₹1,100 |
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
The day's best Onion rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Ujjain 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.