Farmers, today onion markets across the country showed significant fluctuations. In some mandis, prices remained strong, while in others, heavy arrivals put downward pressure on rates. Bihar, onion prices were particularly strong, with high-quality onions fetching premium rates. Meanwhile, major markets in Maharashtra including Vashi, Satana, and Kolhapur saw prices under pressure due to large arrivals.
If you are planning to sell your onions, this report will be very useful. Here’s a state-wise update to help you know where your onions can get the best price and which markets are currently under bearish pressure. This latest mandi price update will help you make informed decisions at the right time.
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State
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Market | Arrival (Tonnes) | Variety | Minimum Price (₹/Quintal) | Maximum Price (₹/Quintal) |
| Bihar | Bahadurganj | 1 | Medium | 2,100 | 2,200 |
| Bihar | Barhat | 4 | Medium | 2,300 | 2,800 |
| Bihar | Brahmpur | 8 | White | 1,400 | 1,800 |
| Bihar | Shivhar | 2 | Medium | 2,200 | 2,500 |
| Maharashtra | Akola | 46.5 | Other | 700 | 2,000 |
| Maharashtra | Amravati | 36.9 | Red | 1,300 | 2,500 |
| Maharashtra | Bhusawal | 2.4 | Other | 1,000 | 1,500 |
| Maharashtra | Kolhapur | 367.3 | Other | 500 | 2,200 |
| Maharashtra | Kopargaon | 172.8 | Other | 500 | 2,100 |
| Maharashtra | Lasalgaon (Niphad) | 213 | Other | 500 | 2,000 |
| Maharashtra | Satana | 449 | Other | 300 | 2,000 |
| Maharashtra | Vashi (New Mumbai) | 821.2 | Other | 800 | 2,000 |
Today, onion prices varied widely across mandis. Barhat (Bihar) recorded the highest rates up to ₹2,800 per quintal, while in Satana (Maharashtra), the minimum price fell to just ₹300 per quintal.
Heavy arrivals in Maharashtra influenced prices:
As a result, prices in these mandis came under pressure.
On the other hand, in Bihar, arrivals were lower, yet prices remained strong between ₹2,500–₹2,800, especially for high-quality onions.
Overall, high-supply markets in Maharashtra saw weaker prices, while low-supply and quality-focused markets like Bihar maintained strong rates.
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