Looking at how the yards traded on 16 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,400 per quintal in Sikanderabad APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
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₹2,400
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 9.9% above the period average, sitting just 4.0% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
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 Sikanderabad 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 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 5 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 6 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 7 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 8 Jampuijala APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 9 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 10 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 11 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 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.
The ₹2,750 (57.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Sikanderabad APMC ranged between ₹1,400 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹2,184. 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 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,242 |
| 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 |
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
Going to the top Onion market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
All told, this is where Onion stood at Sikanderabad APMC on 16 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.