With the 19 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Onion was quoted at ₹4,076 per quintal in Sadasivpet APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Onion arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,612
- Lowest Price Today₹1,441
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,076
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Local)
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 56.0% above the period average, and just 11.6% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Mannar Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 6 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Agar(F&V) APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 10 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 11 Kahithapattarai(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.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Sadasivpet APMC ranged between ₹609 and ₹4,612, with the average around ₹2,613. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹4,612 | ₹1,441 | ₹4,076 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,343 | ₹1,313 | ₹3,700 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,919 | ₹1,052 | ₹3,409 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,612 | ₹652 | ₹3,552 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹912 | ₹2,579 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,832 | ₹888 | ₹2,689 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,709 | ₹860 | ₹2,479 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,660 | ₹1,222 | ₹2,512 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,689 | ₹912 | ₹2,502 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,672 | ₹912 | ₹2,502 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,809 | ₹909 | ₹2,556 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,628 | ₹752 | ₹2,489 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,727 | ₹888 | ₹2,580 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,709 | ₹932 | ₹2,569 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,779 | ₹879 | ₹2,479 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,809 | ₹932 | ₹2,502 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,675 | ₹860 | ₹2,539 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,742 | ₹812 | ₹2,509 |
| 07 Jul | ₹2,556 | ₹612 | ₹2,379 |
| 06 Jul | ₹2,502 | ₹712 | ₹2,430 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Onion today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Sadasivpet 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.