With the 19 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Onion was quoted at ₹2,500 per quintal in Jaora APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Onion markets.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,975
- Lowest Price Today₹313
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 54.4% above the period average and just 39.0% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
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 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 6 Mannar Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 7 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Agar(F&V) APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 11 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 12 Kahithapattarai(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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Jaora APMC ranged between ₹175 and ₹4,100, with the average around ₹1,619. 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 | ₹3,975 | ₹313 | ₹2,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹301 | ₹2,300 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹697 | ₹2,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,827 | ₹600 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,799 | ₹300 | ₹2,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,672 | ₹300 | ₹2,366 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,552 | ₹300 | ₹2,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,601 | ₹200 | ₹2,146 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,501 | ₹1,501 | ₹1,501 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,463 | ₹301 | ₹2,099 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,499 | ₹400 | ₹1,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,416 | ₹300 | ₹1,899 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹526 | ₹2,082 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,371 | ₹675 | ₹2,100 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,370 | ₹602 | ₹2,370 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,270 | ₹600 | ₹2,040 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,345 | ₹940 | ₹2,345 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,101 | ₹610 | ₹1,200 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹631 | ₹2,200 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,321 | ₹610 | ₹1,300 |
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, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Jaora APMC posted this Onion rate on 19 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.