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Good news for onion farmers! prices touch ₹2,500 in surat despite heavy arrivals – full market report

Onion price today - (June 16, 2026)
Onion price today - (June 16, 2026)

Farmers planning to sell onions have received encouraging news from wholesale markets across the country. According to the latest mandi price update for June 16, 2026, onion prices showed mixed trends across major agricultural markets. While heavy arrivals created pressure on prices in some regions, strong demand and good-quality produce helped farmers secure better rates in several markets.

The most interesting market development of the day came from Surat Market in Gujarat, where onion arrivals crossed 324 tonnes. Despite such a large supply, the maximum market price reached ₹2,500 per quintal, attracting attention from both farmers and traders. This indicates that market prices are influenced not only by supply volumes but also by quality standards and buyer demand.

Farmers with high-quality onion produce may find the current market conditions favorable for earning better returns. The detailed market-wise report below highlights the latest onion prices, arrivals, and market trends to help farmers make informed selling decisions.

Onion Arrivals and Prices in Delhi, Mp, Gujarat (June 16, 2026):

State Market Arrivals (Tonnes) Variety Minimum Price (₹/Quintal) Maximum Price (₹/Quintal)
Delhi (NCT) Ghazipur Fruit & Vegetable Market Onion Price 348.5 Onion 1,300 1,700
Madhya Pradesh Anuppur (F&V) Market Onion Price 4 Onion 1,000 1,200
Madhya Pradesh Badnawar (F&V) Market Onion Price 0.1 Onion 650 700
Madhya Pradesh Barwani (F&V) Market Onion Price 1.11 Onion 1,300 1,400
Madhya Pradesh Bhopal Market Onion Price 38 Onion 1,000 1,050
Madhya Pradesh Bhopal (F&V) Market Onion Price 44.7 Other 500 2,000
Madhya Pradesh Chhindwara (F&V) Market Onion Price 4 Red Onion 1,000 1,400
Madhya Pradesh Dewas (F&V) Market Onion Price 4.5 Other 200 1,600
Madhya Pradesh Harda (F&V) Market Onion Price 2 Medium 1,400 1,600
Madhya Pradesh Jabalpur (F&V) Market Onion Price 252 Onion 1,200 1,800
Madhya Pradesh Karera (F&V) Market Onion Price 0.18 Onion 1,000 2,000
Madhya Pradesh Khandwa Market Onion Price 37.5 Local 550 600
Madhya Pradesh Lashkar (F&V) Market Onion Price 62 Other 800 1,200
Madhya Pradesh Maihar (F&V) Market Onion Price 1.5 Local 750 800
Madhya Pradesh Narsinghgarh Market Onion Price 15 Onion 500 700
Madhya Pradesh Pipariya (F&V) Market Onion Price 4.5 Onion 850 2,000
Madhya Pradesh Rehli (F&V) Market Onion Price 1 Onion 1,500 1,700
Madhya Pradesh Sagar (F&V) Market Onion Price 18.6 Onion 800 1,200
Madhya Pradesh Sanawad (F&V) Market Onion Price 1 Onion 1,900 2,000
Madhya Pradesh Sanwer (F&V) Market Onion Price 0.4 Onion 700 1,800
Madhya Pradesh Sarangpur Market Onion Price 2.4 Local 580 600
Gujarat Bharuch Market Onion Price 24.5 Other 1,000 1,800
Gujarat Bilimora Market Onion Price 4.4 Nashik Onion 1,200 2,400
Gujarat Dahod Vegetable Market Onion Price 2.5 Onion 1,100 2,200
Gujarat Kapadvanj Market Onion Price 10 Onion 600 1,300
Gujarat Nadiad (Piplag) Market Onion Price 9.5 Onion 1,500 2,000
Gujarat Surat Market Onion Price 324 Other 650 2,500

Arrival and Price Comparison:

  • Ghazipur Market in Delhi recorded the highest arrival volume of the day with 348.5 tonnes of onions. Surat Market followed with 324 tonnes, while Jabalpur Market reported 252 tonnes of arrivals.
  • Prices in Delhi ranged between ₹1,300 and ₹1,700 per quintal. Interestingly, despite heavy arrivals, Surat Market recorded prices up to ₹2,500 per quintal, indicating strong demand for quality produce.
  • Madhya Pradesh, Jabalpur recorded prices up to ₹1,800 per quintal, while lower arrival markets such as Sanawad and Pipariya reached prices of up to ₹2,000 per quintal.
  • Bilimora Market in Gujarat also performed strongly, where Nashik onions were sold for up to ₹2,400 per quintal, placing it among the top-performing onion markets of the day.

Advice for Farmers:

  1. Grade Your Produce Properly: Sort onions according to quality, size, and freshness, as premium-grade onions generally receive better prices.
  2. Compare Market Rates: Heavy arrival markets may experience price pressure, so farmers should compare rates in nearby markets before selling.
  3. Use Storage Facilities if Available: If prices are low and storage facilities are available, farmers may benefit from waiting for improved market conditions.
  4. Monitor Gujarat Markets: Several Gujarat markets are currently offering attractive onion prices, making them worth monitoring for potential selling opportunities.
  5. Follow Daily Market Updates: Onion prices can change rapidly depending on demand and supply conditions, so checking daily mandi reports can help farmers make better selling decisions.

FAQs:

1. Which market recorded the highest onion price on June 16, 2026?

Surat Market in Gujarat recorded the highest onion price of ₹2,500 per quintal.

2. What were the onion prices in Delhi Ghazipur Market?

Onion prices in Ghazipur Market ranged from ₹1,300 to ₹1,700 per quintal.

3. Why did Surat market offer high prices despite heavy arrivals?

Strong demand and better-quality onion produce helped maintain higher prices despite large arrivals.

4. Which Madhya Pradesh markets recorded strong onion prices?

Sanawad, Pipariya, Karera, and Jabalpur markets reported strong onion prices.

5. Where can farmers check daily Onion Mandi Rates?

Farmers can follow daily market updates and price reports on KhetiVyapar for the latest Onion Mandi Rates.

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