As fresh arrivals settled on 15 Jul 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,453 per quintal in Sikanderabad APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,453
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Jul 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 13.2% above the period average, and just 1.9% 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 15 Jul 2026, so you can see where Sikanderabad APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Aroor Market APMC Leader | ₹8,100 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 4 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 Vadaseri APMC | ₹5,050 |
| 6 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 7 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 8 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 9 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹4,700 |
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 ₹3,400 (72.3%) 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 Sikanderabad APMC ranged between ₹1,400 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹2,167. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,420 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,096 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,338 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,358 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,277 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,216 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,453 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,392 |
| 11 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,346 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,447 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,329 |
| 06 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,392 |
| 03 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
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 day's best Onion rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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: Sikanderabad APMC reported Onion at this level on 15 Jul 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.