Question 1

What is the current average price of Onion in Chandigarh?

Accepted Answer

The average wholesale price of Onion in Chandigarh is currently ₹1,620 per quintal (₹16.20/kg). Prices vary depending on quality and location.

Question 2

Where is the lowest price for Onion available?

Accepted Answer

Currently, the lowest recorded price for Onion is ₹400 per quintal in Chandigarh(Grain/Fruit) Mandi. Rates depend on local supply and crop quality.

Question 3

Where is the most expensive Onion being sold?

Accepted Answer

The highest market rate for Onion is recorded at ₹2,500 per quintal in Chandigarh(Grain/Fruit) Mandi.

Question 4

How many markets are reporting Onion prices today?

Accepted Answer

We have received active price updates from 2 Mandis in Chandigarh today. The list includes both major trading hubs and local markets.

Question 5

What factors influence Onion prices?

Accepted Answer

Key factors include daily arrivals (supply), seasonal demand, rainfall conditions in Chandigarh, and transportation costs. Festival seasons also typically see a rise in demand and prices.

Question 6

Is it a good time to buy Onion?

Accepted Answer

If prices are trending below the average of ₹1,620, it might be a good time to buy. However, checking the 7-day trend in your local mandi is recommended before making bulk purchases.

Question 7

How differs the retail price from the Mandi rate?

Accepted Answer

The Mandi rate is the wholesale auction price. Retail prices in shops are usually 20-30% higher to cover sorting, cleaning, transport, and retailer margins.

Question 8

Which districts in Chandigarh have the best Onion rates?

Accepted Answer

Refer to the "District-wise Price Summary" table above to compare rates. Typically, districts with higher production volumes offer more competitive wholesale rates.

Commodity	Market	District / State	Min (/quintal)	Max (/quintal)	Modal (/quintal)	Date
OnionOnion	Chandigarh(Grain/Fruit)	Chandigarh, Chandigarh	₹500	₹2000	₹1700	2026-01-31
OnionOnion	Chandigarh(Grain/Fruit)	Chandigarh, Chandigarh	₹500	₹2000	₹1700	2026-01-30
OnionOnion	Chandigarh(Grain/Fruit)	Chandigarh, Chandigarh	₹500	₹2000	₹1700	2026-01-29
OnionOnion	Chandigarh(Grain/Fruit)	Chandigarh, Chandigarh	₹500	₹2000	₹1700	2026-01-28
OnionOnion	Chandigarh(Grain/Fruit)	Chandigarh, Chandigarh	₹500	₹2000	₹1700	2026-01-27
OnionOnion	Chandigarh(Grain/Fruit)	Chandigarh, Chandigarh	₹500	₹2000	₹1700	2026-01-25
OnionOnion	Chandigarh(Grain/Fruit)	Chandigarh, Chandigarh	₹500	₹2000	₹1700	2026-01-24
OnionOnion	Chandigarh(Grain/Fruit)	Chandigarh, Chandigarh	₹500	₹2000	₹1700	2026-01-23
OnionOnion	Chandigarh(Grain/Fruit)	Chandigarh, Chandigarh	₹500	₹2000	₹1700	2026-01-22
OnionOnion	Chandigarh(Grain/Fruit)	Chandigarh, Chandigarh	₹500	₹2000	₹1700	2026-01-21

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