From today's trading desk on 16 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,700 per quintal in Junnar(Alephata) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,700
- Lowest Price Today₹1,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Chinchwad)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Onion is about 27.4% above the period average, sitting just 28.9% 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 16 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pala Market APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 4 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 5 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 6 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 7 Jampuijala APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 8 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 9 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 10 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 11 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Denkanikottai(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.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Junnar(Alephata) APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹3,800, with the average around ₹2,119. 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 | ₹3,700 | ₹1,300 | ₹2,700 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,810 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹1,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,850 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,750 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,750 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,750 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 19 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,900 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,710 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,800 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 12 Jul | ₹2,710 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,710 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 07 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,550 |
| 05 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 03 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 30 Jun | ₹3,010 | ₹1,000 | ₹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
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Junnar(Alephata) APMC on 16 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.