Reading today's price tape for 19 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,600 per quintal in Lasalgaon APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Onion today.
01What Put Lasalgaon 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₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Unhali)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 59.1% above the period average, sitting just 11.1% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
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 Lasalgaon APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹8,600 |
| 2 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 3 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 6 Mannar Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 7 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Agar(F&V) APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 11 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 12 Kahithapattarai(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 Lasalgaon APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹4,051, with the average around ₹2,263. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,600 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,051 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,700 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,641 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,360 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,202 | ₹800 | ₹2,870 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,160 | ₹800 | ₹2,825 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,001 | ₹800 | ₹2,685 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,928 | ₹800 | ₹2,551 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,805 | ₹800 | ₹2,375 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,751 | ₹700 | ₹2,180 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,711 | ₹700 | ₹2,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹700 | ₹2,251 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,651 | ₹700 | ₹2,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,399 | ₹600 | ₹2,050 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,471 | ₹700 | ₹2,100 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,470 | ₹700 | ₹2,151 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,570 | ₹600 | ₹2,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹700 | ₹2,110 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹700 | ₹2,100 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,651 | ₹600 | ₹2,100 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,602 | ₹600 | ₹2,100 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Onion, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Lasalgaon APMC on 19 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.