Turning to the 14 Aug 2026 APMC board, Onion was quoted at ₹3,400 per quintal in Sainthia APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 17.0% above the period average and just 2.9% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 14 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 North Paravur Market APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Chala Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 3 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 4 Mannar Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 5 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 7 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Gandarvakottai(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.
That ₹3,250 (68.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Sainthia APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹3,500, with the average around ₹2,905. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 26 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
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
Going to the top Onion market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Sainthia APMC posted this Onion rate on 14 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.