Onion prices reach ₹8,080 per quintal! check rates in delhi and madhya pradesh mandis

Onion Mandi Bhav: Farmers planning to sell their onions should check the latest mandi prices for October 14, 2026, before taking their produce to market. Onion mandi prices varied considerably across markets in Delhi and Madhya Pradesh. Neemuch Market in Madhya Pradesh recorded the highest maximum price at ₹8,080 per quintal, followed by Delhi's Azadpur Market at ₹5,000 and Agar Market in Madhya Pradesh at ₹4,800 per quintal.

In terms of arrivals, Ratlam Market received the highest quantity of onions at 1,127.83 tonnes, where the maximum price was ₹3,830 per quintal. Indore followed with 904.63 tonnes, while Shujalpur recorded arrivals of 248.5 tonnes. Meanwhile, the minimum onion price fell below ₹500 per quintal in some markets.

Here is the complete list of onion prices and arrivals recorded in Delhi and Madhya Pradesh on October 14.

Onion Mandi Prices Today in Delhi and Madhya Pradesh (October 14, 2026):

Neemuch Records the Highest Onion Price at ₹8,080:

1. According to the October 14 data, Neemuch Market in Madhya Pradesh recorded the highest maximum onion price at ₹8,080 per quintal. The minimum price was ₹1,144 per quintal, while total arrivals stood at 42.6 tonnes. This created a difference of ₹6,936 per quintal between the minimum and maximum recorded prices.
2. Delhi's Azadpur Market recorded the next-highest maximum price at ₹5,000 per quintal, with arrivals of 165.6 tonnes. In Madhya Pradesh, Agar Market recorded a maximum price of ₹4,800 for the Bellary variety. Meanwhile, onion prices reached ₹4,200 per quintal at both Keshopur and Ghazipur markets in Delhi.
3. At the lower end, Sitamau Market in Madhya Pradesh recorded the lowest minimum price at just ₹210 per quintal, although its maximum price reached ₹4,010. Bhopal recorded a minimum price of ₹400, while Gautampura and Mandsaur reported ₹500 and Ratlam ₹600 per quintal.
4. These figures show that onion prices differed considerably across markets, with a wide gap between the minimum and maximum rates in some locations.

Which Market Received the Highest Onion Arrivals?

1. Ratlam Market topped the list with 1,127.83 tonnes of onion arrivals. Prices there ranged from ₹600 to ₹3,830 per quintal.
2. Indore ranked second, with arrivals of 904.63 tonnes and a maximum price of ₹3,622 per quintal. Shujalpur received 248.5 tonnes, followed by Gautampura at 174.1 tonnes, Delhi's Azadpur Market at 165.6 tonnes and Akodia at 152.47 tonnes.
3. On the other hand, arrivals were much lower in some markets. Kukshi recorded just 0.7 tonne, Thandla received 0.97 tonne and Harda reported 1.5 tonnes.
4. The figures indicate that the market receiving the largest quantity of onions did not necessarily offer the highest maximum price. Ratlam had the highest arrivals, while Neemuch recorded the top price.

Advice for Farmers:

1. Farmers selling onions should not choose a mandi based solely on its highest quoted price. On October 14, Neemuch recorded a maximum price of ₹8,080 per quintal, but its minimum price was ₹1,144. This means that not every farmer selling onions in the same market will necessarily receive the highest listed rate.
2. Prices can vary depending on onion quality, size, variety, local demand and arrivals at the mandi. Before selling, farmers should compare today's mandi prices across nearby markets and check the rates being offered for produce of similar quality.
3. Sorting onions according to quality, checking current bidding rates and calculating transportation costs can help farmers make a more informed selling decision. The best market is the one that offers a suitable price for their produce after accounting for transport and other selling expenses.

FAQs:

1. What was the highest Onion Mandi Bhav on October 14, 2026?

Neemuch Market in Madhya Pradesh recorded the highest maximum onion price at ₹8,080 per quintal.

2. What was the onion price in Delhi's Azadpur Market?

Azadpur Market recorded a minimum price of ₹2,250 and a maximum price of ₹5,000 per quintal.

3. Which market received the highest onion arrivals?

Ratlam Market in Madhya Pradesh recorded the highest arrivals at 1,127.83 tonnes.

4. Where was the lowest minimum onion price recorded?

Sitamau Market in Madhya Pradesh recorded the lowest minimum price at ₹210 per quintal.

5. How can farmers choose the best market to sell onions?

Farmers should compare current market prices, onion quality requirements, arrivals and transportation costs before selecting a market.