Across the reporting yards on 19 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,470 per quintal in Narsinghgarh APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Narsinghgarh APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Onion arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,470
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Onion about 152.7% above the period average, and just 13.3% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 19 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
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 Narsinghgarh APMC ranged between ₹100 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹1,373. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹3,390 | ₹1,350 | ₹3,290 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹500 | ₹3,470 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹500 | ₹3,300 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,700 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹540 | ₹2,990 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹200 | ₹2,300 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹700 | ₹1,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹750 | ₹1,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹500 | ₹2,430 |
| 09 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹800 | ₹1,300 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,590 | ₹190 | ₹2,210 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹410 | ₹2,410 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,560 | ₹200 | ₹900 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹700 | ₹1,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,100 | ₹800 | ₹1,100 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹800 | ₹1,300 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,430 | ₹200 | ₹2,140 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Narsinghgarh APMC on 19 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.