In the latest market update for 19 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,300 per quintal in Kalna APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What Put Kalna APMC on Top Today
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,300
- Lowest Price Today₹3,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Local)
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 40.9% above the period average, sitting right at 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 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
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
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.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Kalna APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹3,300, with the average around ₹2,342. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 02 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion stood at Kalna 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.