Pulling together the 19 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Onion was quoted at ₹2,600 per quintal in Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Onion markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,800
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 29.5% above the period average — just 7.1% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
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 Tamluk (Medinipur E) 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 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 6 Mannar Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 7 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Agar(F&V) APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 9 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹3,100 (56.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹2,800, with the average around ₹2,008. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
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 headline Onion rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
To wrap up, Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC logged this Onion rate on 19 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.