Pulling together the 19 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Onion was quoted at ₹3,100 per quintal in Bassi APMC. See where this sits in the day's Onion range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What Put Bassi APMC on Top Today
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,200
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 18.6% below the period average, sitting just 46.6% 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
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 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Bassi APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹5,800, with the average around ₹3,810. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Nov | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 04 Nov | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 03 Nov | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 02 Nov | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 30 Oct | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 29 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 28 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 27 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,600 |
| 24 Oct | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 23 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 22 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 21 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 20 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 19 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
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
Going to the top Onion market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
All told, this is where Onion stood at Bassi 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.