In the mandi rate roundup for 16 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,700 per quintal in Habra APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,800
- Lowest Price Today₹2,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 24.7% above the period average and just 18.2% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
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 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 5 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 6 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 7 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 8 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 10 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Ponnamaravathi(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.
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.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Habra APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹3,300, with the average around ₹2,165. 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 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 09 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
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
When picking where to sell Onion, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Habra APMC posted this Onion rate on 16 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.