Turning to the 19 Aug 2026 APMC board, Onion was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in Balarampur APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Balarampur APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Onion about 18.0% above the period average, and just 18.9% 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 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹3,100 (56.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Balarampur APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹3,700, with the average around ₹2,543. 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 | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,200 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,200 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,600 |
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
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Balarampur 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.