Looking at how the yards traded on 16 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹1,417 per quintal in Pilibhit 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
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,550
- Lowest Price Today₹1,380
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,417
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Onion is about 18.8% above the period average, sitting just 14.1% 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 Pilibhit 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 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 4 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 5 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 6 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 7 Jampuijala APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 8 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 9 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 10 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 11 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Denkanikottai(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 ₹2,750 (57.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Pilibhit APMC ranged between ₹900 and ₹1,650, with the average around ₹1,193. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹1,550 | ₹1,380 | ₹1,417 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,450 | ₹1,380 | ₹1,408 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,350 | ₹1,367 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹900 | ₹1,345 |
| 02 Aug | ₹1,360 | ₹1,360 | ₹1,360 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,457 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹900 | ₹948 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,650 | ₹1,350 | ₹1,464 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,360 | ₹1,360 | ₹1,360 |
| 15 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹900 | ₹991 |
| 13 Jul | ₹1,650 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,621 |
| 12 Jul | ₹1,620 | ₹1,610 | ₹1,616 |
| 07 Jul | ₹1,050 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,013 |
| 06 Jul | ₹1,010 | ₹925 | ₹997 |
| 04 Jul | ₹1,020 | ₹1,020 | ₹1,020 |
| 02 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹900 | ₹986 |
| 29 Jun | ₹1,350 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,031 |
| 27 Jun | ₹1,050 | ₹1,050 | ₹1,050 |
| 24 Jun | ₹1,050 | ₹1,050 | ₹1,050 |
| 22 Jun | ₹1,050 | ₹1,050 | ₹1,050 |
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
Farmers comparing Onion rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion stood at Pilibhit 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.