Going by the latest APMC figures for 16 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,428 per quintal in Mathura 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
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,800
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,428
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Onion about 9.9% above the period average, and just 19.1% 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
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 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 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Jampuijala APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 10 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 11 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 12 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
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 ₹2,700 (56.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Mathura APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,209. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,428 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,348 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,483 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,080 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,390 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,366 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,556 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,405 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,291 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,297 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Mathura APMC reported Onion at this level on 16 Aug 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.