As the 16 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Onion was quoted at ₹2,400 per quintal in Junnar(Narayangaon) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,800
- Lowest Price Today₹1,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Chinchwad)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 15.8% below the period average, and just 52.0% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹13,000 |
| 2 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 3 Pala Market APMC | ₹11,200 |
| 4 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 6 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 7 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 8 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 9 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 11 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Manachanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
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.
That ₹6,000 (85.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Junnar(Narayangaon) APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹2,850. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹800 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,950 | ₹800 | ₹2,800 |
| 20 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹800 | ₹2,900 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,850 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,900 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,200 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹800 | ₹2,800 |
| 13 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹700 | ₹2,800 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹600 | ₹2,600 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,900 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹3,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,300 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹500 | ₹2,650 |
| 04 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,500 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Junnar(Narayangaon) APMC reported Onion at this level on 16 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.