Checking the day's mandi numbers for 16 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,895 per quintal in Buxur APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Buxur APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,903
- Lowest Price Today₹2,891
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,895
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (1st Sort)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 2.8% above the period average — just 0.3% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pala Market APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 5 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 6 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 7 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 8 Jampuijala APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 9 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 10 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 11 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 12 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,750 (57.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
054-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 4 days, Onion prices at Buxur APMC ranged between ₹2,721 and ₹2,903, with the average around ₹2,815. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹2,903 | ₹2,891 | ₹2,895 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,889 | ₹2,881 | ₹2,885 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,758 | ₹2,750 | ₹2,752 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,732 | ₹2,721 | ₹2,726 |
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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Buxur APMC on 16 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.