Pulling together the 16 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Onion was quoted at ₹2,400 per quintal in Pandua APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,520
- Lowest Price Today₹2,325
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Dry F.A.Q.)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 6.3% above the period average — just 49.5% 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 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.
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.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Pandua APMC ranged between ₹1,425 and ₹4,750, with the average around ₹2,257. 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 | ₹2,520 | ₹2,325 | ₹2,400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,525 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,375 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,450 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,325 | ₹2,425 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,425 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,625 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,550 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,550 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,400 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,550 | ₹2,375 | ₹2,475 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,550 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,525 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,350 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,550 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,550 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,425 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Onion today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Pandua APMC logged this Onion rate on 16 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.