Reading today's price tape for 19 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,000 per quintal in Jodhpur (F&V) APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Onion today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Medium)
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.
Right now Onion is about 27.0% above the period average — just 33.3% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 19 Aug 2026, so you can see where Jodhpur (F&V) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Athirampuzha Market APMC Leader | ₹8,600 |
| 2 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 4 Mannar Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 5 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 8 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 12 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,400 |
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.
That ₹3,200 (59.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Jodhpur (F&V) APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹1,575. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,700 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,700 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹800 | ₹1,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,600 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹800 | ₹1,600 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,700 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹800 | ₹1,600 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,700 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,750 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,700 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,700 |
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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
To wrap up, Jodhpur (F&V) APMC logged this Onion rate on 19 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.