Reading today's price tape for 16 Jul 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹950 per quintal in Shajapur(F&V) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Onion markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,100
- Lowest Price Today₹100
- Average (Modal) Price₹950
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Jul 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
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 16.2% below the period average — just 66.1% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 16 Jul 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹7,600 |
| 2 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Chala Market APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 4 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 5 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 8 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 9 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 10 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Karambakkudi(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.
That ₹2,850 (60.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Shajapur(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹100 and ₹2,800, with the average around ₹1,133. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹150 | ₹1,100 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹150 | ₹1,100 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹150 | ₹1,100 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹100 | ₹1,100 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹100 | ₹1,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹100 | ₹1,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,450 | ₹150 | ₹1,250 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹100 | ₹1,250 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹150 | ₹1,100 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,350 | ₹100 | ₹1,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,350 | ₹100 | ₹1,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,250 | ₹100 | ₹1,100 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,270 | ₹150 | ₹1,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹150 | ₹900 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹100 | ₹1,050 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹100 | ₹1,100 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹100 | ₹950 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹100 | ₹1,200 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹150 | ₹1,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,250 | ₹150 | ₹1,100 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Onion, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Shajapur(F&V) APMC on 16 Jul 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.