In today's crop-price rundown for 16 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,000 per quintal in Gangoh APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Gangoh APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 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 29.4% above the period average, and just 20.0% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 16 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 Ponnamaravathi(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.
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 Gangoh APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹1,545. 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 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,282 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹800 | ₹1,614 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,086 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,230 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,636 |
| 10 Jul | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 08 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 07 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,716 |
| 04 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 01 Jul | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 29 Jun | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,186 |
| 27 Jun | ₹1,200 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,173 |
| 20 Jun | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 18 Jun | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 17 Jun | ₹1,150 | ₹900 | ₹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
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Gangoh APMC on 16 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.