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Nashik: The Global Hub of Onion Production & Asia’s Biggest Market

Nashik onion market trading floor

Nashik — with its fertile soils, year-round harvest cycles, and the bustling Lasalgaon market — has become the backbone of India’s onion exports. Ramdoot Global sources premium Nashik onions directly from farmers and supplies them to FMCG chains, wholesalers, and importers across the globe. It is also one of the largest Onion Export hubs of India.

Read on for export trends, top importing FMCG markets, a 5-year production and export chart, and how we can help you secure consistent, high-quality onion supplies.


🌾 Why Nashik is the Onion Capital

Nashik district in Maharashtra benefits from volcanic black soil, advanced irrigation, and multiple growing cycles — producing onions with excellent size, skin integrity, and shelf life.

These characteristics make Nashik onions ideal for long-distance shipping and for markets with high quality standards.

The district is home to Lasalgaon APMC, one of the largest onion markets in Asia, where thousands of tonnes change hands daily. The local supply chain — from farmer cooperatives to cold-storage and trader networks — ensures steady volume and consistent quality for exporters like Ramdoot Global.

Farmers harvesting onions

🌍 Top FMCG Markets That Procure Nashik Onions Daily

Major FMCG importers and foodservice sectors rely on Nashik’s steady onion exports.

RankCountryKey Buyers / Sectors
1UAESupermarket chains, hotels, food distributors
2MalaysiaRetail & wholesale food networks
3BangladeshLarge food processors & traders
4Sri LankaRetail and FMCG suppliers
5NepalWholesale vegetable importers
6QatarSupermarkets & catering companies
7OmanFMCG importers & restaurants
8SingaporePremium food distributors & groceries
9Saudi ArabiaFood & catering industry
10United KingdomEthnic food distributors & wholesalers

These markets demand consistent quality, traceability, and timely logistics — exactly what Ramdoot Global delivers through our Nashik supply chain.


📈 Onion Production & Export — Last 5 Years (India)

To help importers understand supply momentum, here’s India’s onion production and export trend for the past five years:

YearProduction (Million Tonnes)Exports (Million Tonnes)Major Importing Countries
202026.11.48Bangladesh, Malaysia, UAE
202126.61.52Nepal, Sri Lanka, Qatar
202227.31.60UAE, Singapore, Saudi Arabia
202328.11.72Malaysia, Indonesia, Oman
202428.51.85UAE, UK, Sri Lanka, Nepal

Data: National horticulture agencies & trade reports

India’s onion exports continue to rise year after year, powered by improved post-harvest handling, cold-chain infrastructure, and export networks like Ramdoot Global.


🚚 Ramdoot Global — Your Nashik Onion Export Partner

Ramdoot Global one of the top Onion exporters from India sources directly from Nashik’s leading farms and ensures every consignment meets international standards.

We offer:

  • ✅ Farm-direct sourcing from Nashik’s top onion FMCG markets
  • ✅ Grading & sorting to buyer specifications
  • ✅ Export-grade ventilated packaging (custom sizes available)
  • ✅ Full export documentation & logistics support via Mumbai & Nhava Sheva
  • ✅ Private-label and bulk supply options for FMCG customers

Whether you’re an importer, distributor, or FMCG buyer, Ramdoot Global can tailor shipments and schedules to match seasonal demand.

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Radoot Onion Quality Check and Export Packing

❓ FAQ — Nashik Onions & Export Details

Q1: Why are Nashik onions preferred for export?

Nashik onions have a strong outer skin, uniform size, and good shelf life — minimizing transit loss and preserving quality on arrival.

Q2: What packaging sizes does Ramdoot Global provide?

We provide 5kg, 10kg, 25kg, 50kg, and 100kg ventilated mesh bags, plus customized bulk or private-label packaging.

Q3: Can I request samples before placing a bulk order?

Yes. Sample consignments are available to verify quality and packing standards before full shipments.

Q4: Which ports do you ship from?

Primarily Mumbai Port and Nhava Sheva (JNPT) for quick container handling. If the customer has a specific requirement, we can fulfill that too.

Q5: Do you provide traceability and certifications?

Yes — we ensure traceability from farm to export, with certifications like FSSAI, APEDA, and buyer-specific quality documents.

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