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Farmers’ body to set up ‘National Onion Centre’ in Nashik
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Monday, 22 December, 2025, 08 : 00 AM [IST]
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Abhitash Singh, Mumbai
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In a major step aimed at strengthening India’s onion value chain, a leading farmers’ body has announced plans to set up a National Onion Centre in Nashik, the country’s largest onion-producing hub. The proposed centre is expected to play a crucial role in stabilising prices, improving quality, boosting exports and addressing long-standing challenges faced by onion growers and traders.
Nashik, often referred to as the onion capital of India, accounts for a significant share of the country’s total onion production and exports. However, the sector has been grappling with recurring issues such as price volatility, post-harvest losses, inadequate storage infrastructure and frequent export disruptions. The proposed National Onion Centre aims to address these gaps through an integrated, farmer-centric approach.
According to industry sources, the centre will focus on research and development, modern post-harvest management, grading, sorting and storage solutions, and dissemination of best practices to farmers. It is also expected to work closely with agricultural scientists, exporters, processors and policymakers to develop region-specific solutions and improve supply chain efficiency.
A key objective of the centre will be to support better price realisation for farmers by reducing distress sales and improving market linkages. Advanced storage and handling facilities are expected to help extend the shelf life of onions, ensuring consistent supply throughout the year and minimising losses during periods of glut. The centre may also facilitate market intelligence and demand forecasting to help farmers make informed production and marketing decisions.
For the food and beverage industry, the National Onion Centre could emerge as a critical enabler by ensuring steady availability of quality onions for processing, retail and export markets. Improved quality standards and traceability are expected to enhance India’s credibility in global markets, especially at a time when international buyers are increasingly focused on food safety and consistency.
The farmers’ body believes that the Nashik-based centre will serve as a national knowledge and coordination hub for the onion sector. If implemented effectively, the initiative could mark a turning point for India’s onion ecosystem, balancing farmer welfare with supply stability and long-term market competitiveness.
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