Reading today's price tape for 15 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹1,500 per quintal in Jangipura APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Onion is about 8.2% above the period average, sitting just 40.0% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 15 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Koduvayoor Market APMC Leader | ₹8,300 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Aroor Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 4 Pala Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 5 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 8 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 11 Vadaseri APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
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.
The ₹3,550 (74.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Jangipura APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹1,386. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,085 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,118 | ₹2,118 | ₹2,118 |
| 06 Jul | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 02 Jul | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 30 Jun | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,102 |
| 29 Jun | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹849 |
| 28 Jun | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 27 Jun | ₹2,490 | ₹2,490 | ₹2,490 |
| 24 Jun | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 19 Jun | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 18 Jun | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 17 Jun | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
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
Farmers comparing Onion rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Jangipura APMC on 15 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.