In the mandi rate roundup for 19 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹1,500 per quintal in Jangipura APMC. This is one of several Onion rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What Put Jangipura APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Onion about 7.8% above the period average, and just 40.0% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 19 Aug 2026, so you can see where Jangipura APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 Mannar Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 6 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Agar(F&V) APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 10 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 11 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
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.
At ₹3,100 (56.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Jangipura APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹1,392. 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 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 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
The day's best Onion rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Jangipura 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.