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Nashik: Egyptian Onions, Fresh Kharif Arrivals Put Pressure On Onion Prices
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· October 6, 2026
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Key points A recent shipment of 27 tonnes of onions from Egypt has entered the market. On one day, the average price was ₹4,451 per quintal, but it later dropped to ₹3,900.
Onion prices are feeling the strain of increased supply. Fresh arrivals from Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh are contributing to this trend. Additionally, imports from overseas are also playing a role. A recent shipment of 27 tonnes of onions from Egypt has entered the market.
The effects of these developments are evident in certain markets. Prices for summer onions have fallen over a short period. On one day, the average price was ₹4,451 per quintal, but it later dropped to ₹3,900.
Further information on the situation is available from the source, including specific details about market prices and trends.
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Published: October 6, 2026 ·
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