Onion Mandi Rate Today – With Holi falling on 4 March 2026, market activity has picked up sharply ahead of the festival. Farmers planning to sell onions today must read this report carefully. On 02 March 2026, onion arrivals and prices showed extreme variation across major mandis in India. While massive arrivals in some markets pushed prices sharply lower, very limited supply in select mandis sent onion prices soaring.
Despite heavy arrivals, Delhi’s Azadpur Mandi saw prices remain within a limited range. In contrast, several mandis in Maharashtra witnessed strong prices due to low inflow. Markets such as Hingna, Amravati, and Pune (Pimpri) attracted attention with high rates, while large hubs like Lasalgaon, Pimpalgaon, Chandwad, and Ahmednagar faced clear price pressure due to thousands of tonnes of arrivals.
The pre-Holi market signal is very clear:
Choosing the right mandi at the right time has become the most critical factor for farmers’ profitability. Below is the complete state-wise onion mandi report with arrivals, prices, and trend analysis to help you make the best selling decision.
| State / Mandi | Arrivals (Tonnes) | Variety | Min Price (₹/Quintal) | Max Price (₹/Quintal) |
| Delhi | ||||
| Azadpur APMC | 934.4 | Onion | 750 | 1,625 |
| Maharashtra | ||||
| Ahmednagar APMC | 3,877.10 | Red | 150 | 1,100 |
| Akola APMC | 49.5 | Other | 500 | 1,500 |
| Amravati (F&V) | 34.5 | Local | 700 | 2,300 |
| Bhusawal APMC | 4.6 | Red | 600 | 1,000 |
| Chandwad APMC | 2,494 | Red | 50 | 1,250 |
| Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar | 261.1 | Other | 300 | 1,200 |
| Dhule APMC | 57.5 | Red | 300 | 1,557 |
| Hingna APMC | 0.3 | Red | 1,800 | 2,000 |
| Jalgaon APMC | 143.3 | Red | 500 | 1,250 |
| Kolhapur APMC | 761.1 | Other | 400 | 1,500 |
| Lasalgaon APMC | 2,830.40 | Red | 300 | 1,200 |
| Pimpalgaon APMC | 2,530 | Pole | 300 | 1,440 |
| Manmad APMC | 1,000 | Red | 400 | 950 |
| Nagpur APMC | 168 | White | 1,300 | 1,500 |
| Nashik APMC | 456.5 | Pole | 350 | 1,300 |
| Pune (Pimpri) APMC | 0.6 | Local | 1,400 | 1,600 |
| Rahuri (Wambori) | 288.1 | Other | 100 | 1,300 |
| Sangli (Phale) | 601.5 | Local | 500 | 1,400 |
| Satara APMC | 43 | Other | 500 | 1,500 |
The strongest onion prices today were recorded at Hingna mandi, where extremely low arrivals of just 0.3 tonnes pushed red onion prices to ₹1,800–₹2,000 per quintal. Amravati and Pune (Pimpri) also witnessed strong rates, reaching the upper range of ₹1,600 to ₹2,300 per quintal.
On the other hand, major onion hubs such as Ahmednagar, Chandwad, Lasalgaon, and Pimpalgaon received heavy arrivals running into thousands of tonnes, resulting in sharp price pressure. In these mandis, minimum prices dropped to as low as ₹50–₹300 per quintal.
In Azadpur Mandi (Delhi), arrivals close to 935 tonnes kept prices capped below ₹1,625 per quintal.
Overall, the market clearly shows that supply volume is currently the biggest price driver.
Key Advice for Onion Farmers:
Bottom Line: Before Holi, onion prices are highly volatile. Low-arrival mandis are rewarding farmers, while high-arrival hubs are dragging prices down. A smart mandi choice can make the difference between distress sale and profitable returns.
(FAQs):
1. What is the highest onion mandi rate today (02 March 2026)?
The highest rate was recorded in Hingna APMC at ₹2,000 per quintal.
2. Why are onion prices low in Lasalgaon and Ahmednagar?
Heavy arrivals in these mandis created strong supply pressure.
3. Is Azadpur Mandi offering good prices?
Azadpur prices are stable but capped below ₹1,625 per quintal due to large arrivals.
4. Should farmers sell onions before Holi?
Farmers should check arrivals first. Low-arrival mandis offer better returns.
5. Will onion mandi rates increase after Holi?
If arrivals decline and festival demand rises, onion mandi rates may see slight improvement.
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