Pulling together the 19 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Onion was quoted at ₹3,581 per quintal in Mandsaur APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Onion today.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,581
- Lowest Price Today₹3,581
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,581
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 80.9% above the period average, sitting just 18.6% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
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 Mandsaur 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 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 Mandsaur APMC ranged between ₹100 and ₹4,401, with the average around ₹1,979. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹3,581 | ₹3,581 | ₹3,581 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,401 | ₹500 | ₹3,580 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,370 | ₹800 | ₹2,265 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,132 | ₹801 | ₹2,829 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,071 | ₹100 | ₹2,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,731 | ₹301 | ₹2,531 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,650 | ₹111 | ₹2,390 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,527 | ₹100 | ₹2,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,480 | ₹794 | ₹2,115 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,415 | ₹100 | ₹2,060 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,371 | ₹652 | ₹2,181 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,497 | ₹321 | ₹1,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,393 | ₹101 | ₹2,102 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,310 | ₹221 | ₹1,601 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,502 | ₹300 | ₹2,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,547 | ₹300 | ₹2,102 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,311 | ₹100 | ₹2,100 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,371 | ₹200 | ₹1,900 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,360 | ₹500 | ₹2,360 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,366 | ₹600 | ₹1,706 |
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 headline Onion rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion stood at Mandsaur APMC on 19 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.