Reading today's price tape for 19 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,751 per quintal in Shamgarh 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
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,751
- Lowest Price Today₹950
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,751
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Onion is about 44.8% above the period average — right at 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
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 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 3 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 6 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 10 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Perambalur(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.
At ₹3,100 (56.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Shamgarh APMC ranged between ₹100 and ₹2,751, with the average around ₹1,900. 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 | ₹2,751 | ₹950 | ₹2,751 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,602 | ₹1,160 | ₹2,602 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,401 | ₹1,386 | ₹1,990 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,560 | ₹1,010 | ₹1,560 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,871 | ₹604 | ₹1,871 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,166 | ₹900 | ₹2,166 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹520 | ₹1,900 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹811 | ₹1,101 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,055 | ₹200 | ₹1,301 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,735 | ₹501 | ₹1,735 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹640 | ₹2,100 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,170 | ₹1,040 | ₹1,200 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,211 | ₹696 | ₹1,511 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,321 | ₹110 | ₹2,321 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,267 | ₹400 | ₹1,212 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,231 | ₹501 | ₹2,100 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹1,555 | ₹2,400 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,096 | ₹2,500 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,276 | ₹500 | ₹2,276 |
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
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
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Shamgarh APMC on 19 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.