In the mandi rate roundup for 19 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,900 per quintal in Islampur APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Dry F.A.Q.)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 14.2% above the period average and just 3.3% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 19 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Athirampuzha Market APMC Leader | ₹8,600 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 3 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 7 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 8 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 10 Agar(F&V) APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 11 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹3,100 (56.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Islampur APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,539. 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 | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,750 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,900 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,750 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,900 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 19 Aug 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Islampur APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.