As the 19 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Onion was quoted at ₹5,750 per quintal in Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Bellary)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Onion about 27.0% above the period average, and just 4.2% 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 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
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹3,200 (59.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹4,527. 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 | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 16 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 15 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 02 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Onion at this level on 19 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.