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| Product | Region | Incoterm Basis | Price | Last Updated Month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Onion | China | FOB | USD 204.98/MT | June 2026 |
| Onion | India | CIF | USD 155.69/MT | June 2026 |
| Onion | USA | CIF | USD 754.08/MT | June 2026 |
| Onion | Germany | CIF | USD 305.64/MT | June 2026 |
| Onion | Canada | CIF | USD 784.71/MT | June 2026 |
| Onion | China | FOB | USD 203.09/MT | May 2026 |
| Onion | India | CIF | USD 111.45/MT | May 2026 |
| Onion | USA | CIF | USD 739.29/MT | May 2026 |
| Onion | Germany | CIF | USD 299.64/MT | May 2026 |
| Onion | Canada | CIF | USD 769.32/MT | May 2026 |
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In China, the prices of Onion were ~USD 200.88/MT in April and ~USD 205.00/MT in June, showing a ~2.1% increase. Chinese conditions strengthened through April-May before stabilizing in June as localized supply tightened and retail demand improved. Official monitored retail values moved from year-on-year contraction in April to positive growth by late June, confirming firmer market fundamentals. In India, the prices of Onion were ~USD 110.88/MT in April and ~USD 156.00/MT in June. The market remained pressured initially by heavy rabi arrivals and large production, with 2025/26 output estimated at 307.37 lakh tonnes. Storage limitations and quality deterioration encouraged distress selling at farm level, but reduced arrivals and firmer retail demand supported recovery later. Similarly, in the United States, the prices of Onion were ~USD 738.55/MT in April and ~USD 754.00/MT in June, showing a ~2.1% increase. U.S. onion markets also strengthened toward June as new-crop availability tightened, particularly in California and New Mexico, where demand increasingly exceeded supply.
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According to Procurement Resource, onion conditions are expected to remain firm but regionally uneven, with tightening seasonal availability supporting markets while large Indian supply limits stronger gains.
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In the second half of 2025, onion prices showed mixed trends globally due to varying production conditions and trade movements. In Europe, drought and uneven water supply reduced yields in the UK and Spain, particularly affecting large onions. Spain saw record-high prices due to lower harvest volumes and strong demand from the foodservice sector, while some imports from neighbouring countries helped slightly stabilize supply. Italy and Germany also faced shortages in certain sizes, although local harvests offered partial relief.
In North America and South Africa, supplies were limited at the start of the season, keeping prices elevated, though conditions were expected to improve as new crops arrived. In contrast, India experienced a significant drop in prices. A bumper crop in Maharashtra, combined with early arrivals from Karnataka and increased imports from countries like Australia, Africa, and Myanmar, created a supply surplus. Government agencies also reduced procurement prices and released buffer stocks, further easing retail rates.
Overall, the market showed high volatility, with prices declining in major producing regions where output was strong, while shortages and quality issues kept prices firm in others.
Onions have a distinct, layered structure which has different types of pigments like red, white, yellow and each of them have a different flavor ranging from sweet to pungent. Onions are widely used in cooking as they add to the flavor and aroma of a wide number of dishes. Onions can be eaten raw in dishes like salads, sandwiches, and salsas or cooked in a variety of dishes like soups, stews, stir-fries, and as a foundation for sauces and gravies.
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