In the mandi rate roundup for 19 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹1,900 per quintal in Nadiyad(Piplag) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
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 5.9% below the period average, and just 32.1% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 19 Aug 2026, so you can see where Nadiyad(Piplag) 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
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
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.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Nadiyad(Piplag) APMC ranged between ₹1,400 and ₹2,800, with the average around ₹2,019. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Nov | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 06 Nov | ₹2,500 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,300 |
| 05 Nov | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 04 Nov | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 03 Nov | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 30 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 28 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 27 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 26 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,400 |
| 25 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 24 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 23 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,250 |
| 22 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 21 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 19 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,300 |
| 18 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,250 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,300 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,250 |
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
The day's best Onion rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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: Nadiyad(Piplag) 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.