From today's trading desk on 19 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,200 per quintal in Manglaur APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Onion markets in the table that follows.
01What Put Manglaur APMC on Top Today
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₹2,400
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 14.7% above the period average — just 24.1% 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 Mannar Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 5 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 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
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Manglaur APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹2,900, with the average around ₹1,918. 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 | ₹2,400 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 29 Jun | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 20 Jun | ₹1,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 18 Jun | ₹1,300 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 17 Jun | ₹1,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
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
For Onion, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
To wrap up, Manglaur 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.