Across the reporting yards on 16 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹1,673 per quintal in Lakhimpur APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,700
- Lowest Price Today₹1,660
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,673
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
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.
This puts Onion about 16.5% above the period average, and just 9.6% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 16 Aug 2026, so you can see where Lakhimpur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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
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.
At ₹2,750 (57.9%), 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 Lakhimpur APMC ranged between ₹1,040 and ₹1,850, with the average around ₹1,436. 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 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,660 | ₹1,673 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,580 | ₹1,589 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,630 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,605 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,640 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,622 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,660 | ₹1,550 | ₹1,612 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,660 | ₹1,650 | ₹1,655 |
| 09 Aug | ₹1,670 | ₹1,670 | ₹1,670 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,640 | ₹1,677 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,650 | ₹1,650 | ₹1,650 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,650 | ₹1,620 | ₹1,636 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,850 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,682 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,620 | ₹1,590 | ₹1,606 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,620 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,604 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,550 | ₹1,550 | ₹1,550 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,670 | ₹1,630 | ₹1,650 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,650 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,615 |
| 26 Jul | ₹1,650 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,631 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,620 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,609 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,630 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,617 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,630 | ₹1,590 | ₹1,609 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Lakhimpur APMC on 16 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.