Looking at how the yards traded on 19 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,300 per quintal in Sitapur APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Onion markets in the table that follows.
01What Put Sitapur APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,300
- Lowest Price Today₹2,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 19.9% above the period average, sitting just 23.3% 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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹3,100 (56.4%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Sitapur APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹1,919. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Nov | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 30 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 29 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Onion today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Sitapur APMC on 19 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.