Going by the latest APMC figures for 19 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,125 per quintal in Bhadara APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What Put Bhadara APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,125
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (1st Sort)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 7.0% below the period average and just 37.5% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
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 Bhadara 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 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 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 9 Agar(F&V) 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.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Bhadara APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,361. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Nov | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,888 |
| 07 Nov | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,271 |
| 06 Nov | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,833 |
| 04 Nov | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,271 |
| 30 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 29 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,071 |
| 28 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,611 |
| 27 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,114 |
| 26 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,267 |
| 25 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,325 |
| 23 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,222 |
| 22 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 21 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,375 |
| 19 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,063 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,125 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,083 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,269 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,286 |
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
When picking where to sell Onion, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Bhadara APMC posted this Onion rate on 19 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.