Pulling together the 19 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Onion was quoted at ₹2,700 per quintal in Garbeta(Medinipur) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,800
- Lowest Price Today₹2,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
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.
At this level, Onion is about 12.8% below the period average, sitting just 43.8% 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
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 Garbeta(Medinipur) APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹4,800, with the average around ₹3,098. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06 Nov | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 05 Nov | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 04 Nov | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 03 Nov | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 02 Nov | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 04 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
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
When picking where to sell Onion, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion stood at Garbeta(Medinipur) APMC on 19 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.