Farmers, today’s onion market update may both surprise you and make you think twice. If you’re checking today’s mandi rates, this report is important. On one side, onion market prices in some mandis have fallen sharply to just ₹50 per quintal, while on the other side, good-quality onions are still selling at ₹2,000+ per quintal.
So, why is this happening? The latest report of 22 April 2026 clearly shows that the market right now is completely driven by supply (arrivals) and quality. In many mandis of Maharashtra, record arrivals have put heavy pressure on prices, pulling them down. At the same time, in select markets where arrivals are low and quality is better, prices remain strong.
The biggest lesson for farmers today is clear growing crops is not enough; choosing the right market and timing is the real key to profit. Selling in a hurry without checking market trends can lead to losses, but a well-planned decision can still turn this falling market into a profitable opportunity.
| State | Mandi | Arrivals (Tonnes) | Variety | Min Price (₹/Quintal) | Max Price (₹/Quintal) |
| Maharashtra | Akola APMC | 112.5 | Other | 400 | 1,000 |
| Maharashtra | Amravati (F&V) APMC | 34.7 | Red | 500 | 1,500 |
| Maharashtra | Chandvad APMC | 700.4 | Other | 400 | 1,615 |
| Maharashtra | Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar APMC | 259 | Other | 300 | 700 |
| Maharashtra | Dhule APMC | 60.9 | Red | 330 | 900 |
| Maharashtra | Dindori APMC | 164.9 | Other | 1,000 | 1,380 |
| Maharashtra | Dindori (Vani) APMC | 1,448 | Other | 651 | 1,471 |
| Maharashtra | Gangapur APMC | 180 | Other | 200 | 901 |
| Maharashtra | Hingna APMC | 1.4 | White | 900 | 1,200 |
| Maharashtra | Junnar (Narayanagaon) APMC | 5.2 | Other | 200 | 1,200 |
| Maharashtra | Kalvan APMC | 715 | Other | 250 | 1,255 |
| Maharashtra | Kalyan APMC | 0.3 | 1st Sort | 1,200 | 1,500 |
| Maharashtra | Kamthi APMC | 0.4 | Local | 1,530 | 2,030 |
| Maharashtra | Karad APMC | 19.8 | Other | 800 | 1,300 |
| Maharashtra | Kopargaon APMC | 152 | Other | 300 | 976 |
| Maharashtra | Kurduwadi (Modnimb) APMC | 38.1 | Red | 50 | 700 |
| Maharashtra | Lasalgaon APMC | 989.6 | Other | 400 | 1,560 |
| Maharashtra | Lasalgaon (Niphad) APMC | 358 | Other | 400 | 1,130 |
| Maharashtra | Lasalgaon (Vinchur) APMC | 594.7 | Other | 500 | 1,460 |
| Maharashtra | Lasur Station APMC | 409 | Other | 150 | 944 |
| Maharashtra | Lonand APMC | 400 | Other | 400 | 1,050 |
| Maharashtra | Mangal Wedha APMC | 33.7 | Local | 100 | 1,100 |
| Maharashtra | Manmad APMC | 41.7 | Red | 200 | 560 |
| Maharashtra | Nampur APMC | 403.6 | Other | 100 | 1,100 |
| Maharashtra | Nandgaon APMC | 1,207.20 | Other | 100 | 1,100 |
| Maharashtra | Nashik APMC | 274 | Other | 350 | 1,200 |
| Maharashtra | Nevasa (Ghodegaon) APMC | 115 | Other | 200 | 1,100 |
| Maharashtra | Pune APMC | 922.5 | Local | 400 | 1,100 |
| Maharashtra | Vashi (Navi Mumbai) APMC | 1,939.30 | Other | 600 | 1,200 |
Conclusion: More supply = lower price, better quality = higher price
Advice for Farmers:
FAQs:
Q1. What is the onion price today in India?
Today’s onion price ranges from ₹50 to ₹2,000+ per quintal depending on mandi and quality.
Q2. Why are onion prices so low in some mandis?
Due to high arrivals and excess supply, prices have dropped in many markets.
Q3. Which mandi is giving the highest onion price today?
Kamthi mandi recorded the highest price of around ₹2,030 per quintal.
Q4. Should farmers sell onions now or wait?
If storage is available, waiting may help get better prices in the coming days.
Q5. How can farmers get better onion prices?
By improving quality, proper grading, and choosing the right mandi at the right time.
