Turning to the 19 Aug 2026 APMC board, Onion was quoted at ₹4,000 per quintal in Ramkrishanpur(Howrah) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Onion markets in the table that follows.
01What Put Ramkrishanpur(Howrah) APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Nasik)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 19.4% above the period average, and just 11.1% 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 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 6 Mannar Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 7 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Agar(F&V) APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 9 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
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 Ramkrishanpur(Howrah) APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹3,350. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,600 | ₹4,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,600 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,600 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Onion yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Ramkrishanpur(Howrah) 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.