Checking the day's mandi numbers for 19 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,610 per quintal in Soyatkalan APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
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₹2,610
- Lowest Price Today₹615
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,610
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Onion is about 42.4% above the period average — just 44.6% short of 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
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 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 gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
A spread of ₹3,100 (56.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Soyatkalan APMC ranged between ₹100 and ₹4,715, with the average around ₹1,833. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Nov | ₹4,230 | ₹500 | ₹3,305 |
| 03 Nov | ₹2,000 | ₹805 | ₹2,000 |
| 02 Nov | ₹1,600 | ₹500 | ₹1,600 |
| 31 Oct | ₹4,165 | ₹405 | ₹1,800 |
| 30 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹645 | ₹3,200 |
| 29 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹500 | ₹3,400 |
| 28 Oct | ₹4,160 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,455 |
| 27 Oct | ₹2,550 | ₹1,160 | ₹2,550 |
| 25 Oct | ₹2,505 | ₹2,505 | ₹2,505 |
| 23 Oct | ₹4,715 | ₹700 | ₹3,300 |
| 22 Oct | ₹2,665 | ₹1,325 | ₹2,665 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,005 | ₹525 | ₹3,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,111 | ₹500 | ₹3,200 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,410 | ₹500 | ₹2,410 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,925 | ₹610 | ₹3,625 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,595 | ₹460 | ₹2,850 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,570 | ₹300 | ₹2,105 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹1,105 | ₹3,205 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹200 | ₹3,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,005 | ₹320 | ₹3,405 |
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
When picking where to sell Onion, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Soyatkalan 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.