Reading today's price tape for 16 Jul 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,050 per quintal in Musiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,600
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,050
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Jul 2026
- CommodityOnion (Bellary)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 7.1% above the period average — just 12.0% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 16 Jul 2026, so you can see where Musiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
A spread of ₹2,850 (60.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Musiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,800 and ₹4,600, with the average around ₹3,782. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,700 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 26 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 21 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 19 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹4,600 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,050 |
| 15 Jul | ₹4,600 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,300 |
| 14 Jul | ₹4,600 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,050 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Musiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.