Onions

Your Onion Partner, Season After Season

We source, sort, and ship high-quality onions from India’s top farming regions to kitchens across the world. As a trusted Indian Onion Exporter, we specialize in red, white, and small onions that meet international grading, shelf-life, and packaging standards. With years of export experience and certifications like Global GAP and APEDA, SK Agri is a name global buyers turn to when they need reliable, fresh onion exporters from India.

  • Sourced from top onion belts in Maharashtra, Gujarat & Madhya Pradesh
  • Graded by size, firmness & color for export markets
  • APEDA & Global GAP certified handling & packaging
  • Long shelf life ensured via proper curing & cold chain
  • Bulk exports in jute or mesh bags (25kg / 50kg standard)
  • Consistent year-round supply from contract and seasonal farming

Our Onion Varieties

Red Onions

Features
Shape: Round to Oval
Size: 45mm to 90mm
Skin: Thin, deep red to purplish-red
Maturity: 90 to 100 Days
Eyes: Medium depth
Flesh: White with red rings

Product Description

Red onions are known for their sharp flavor, vibrant color, and versatility in both raw and cooked dishes. A staple in Indian exports, these onions are in high demand worldwide.

Key Features:
  • Texture: Crisp, firm outer layers
  • Flavor: Pungent to mildly sweet
  • Discoloration: Retains color and firmness after cooking
  • Usage: Ideal for salads, cooking, and seasoning blends

Yield & Climate:
  • Average Yield: 25–30 tons per hectare
  • Climate Tolerance: Thrives in moderate to warm climates

Availability:
  • Harvest Period: November to March (varies by region)
  • Cold Storage (CIPC-treated): February to September
  • Storage Note: Properly stored onions retain quality and shelf life for export

White Onions

Features
Shape: Round to Flat Globe
Size: 40mm to 80mm
Skin: Thin, bright white
Maturity: 90 to 100 Days
Eyes: Shallow
Flesh: White

Product Description

White onions have a clean, sharp taste with lower pungency, making them perfect for processing and fresh culinary use. They are widely favored in international markets for their appearance and flavor.

Key Features:
  • Texture: Firm and smooth
  • Flavor: Mild and slightly sweet
  • Discoloration: Maintains color and texture after cooking
  • Usage: Excellent for sauces, pickles, and dehydrated products

Yield & Climate:
  • Average Yield: 25–30 tons per hectare
  • Climate Tolerance: Grows well in cooler regions with consistent sun

Availability:
  • Harvest Period: February to April
  • Cold Storage (CIPC-treated): March to September
  • Storage Note: Must be kept cool and dry for optimal shelf life

Yellow Onions

Features
Shape: Globe to Slightly Flattened
Size: 50mm to 90mm
Skin: Papery, golden yellow to brownish-yellow
Maturity: 100 to 120 Days
Eyes: Medium
Flesh: White to pale yellow

Product Description

Yellow onions are all-purpose cooking onions with a well-balanced flavor and high sugar content. They caramelize beautifully and are widely used in cuisines around the world.

Key Features:
  • Texture: Firm, layered structure
  • Flavor: Sharp when raw, turns sweet when cooked
  • Discoloration: Cooks down evenly without darkening
  • Usage: Ideal for soups, roasts, and caramelizing

Yield & Climate:
  • Average Yield: 30–35 tons per hectare
  • Climate Tolerance: Suited for moderate climates with dry finish

Availability:
  • Harvest Period: April to July
  • Cold Storage (CIPC-treated): May to October
  • Storage Note: Keeps well in ventilated storage with low humidity

Brown Onions

Features
Shape: Round to Oval
Size: 50mm to 90mm
Skin: Thick, copper to dark brown
Maturity: 100 to 120 Days
Eyes: Deep-set
Flesh: Creamy white

Product Description

Brown onions are favored in Europe and Australia for their strong flavor and excellent cooking performance. They store well and are ideal for bulk export and long-haul shipping.

Key Features:
  • Texture: Dense, with tightly packed layers
  • Flavor: Strong and savory, mellows with cooking
  • Discoloration: Retains integrity and taste when cooked
  • Usage: Great for sauces, stews, and braised dishes

Yield & Climate:
  • Average Yield: 30–35 tons per hectare
  • Climate Tolerance: Grows well in cool to moderate climates

Availability:
  • Harvest Period: March to June
  • Cold Storage (CIPC-treated): April to October
  • Storage Note: Withstands long storage with minimal sprouting

Pickle Onions

Features
Shape: Small, round
Size: 20mm to 40mm
Skin: Smooth, white or reddish, depending on type
Maturity: 75 to 90 Days
Eyes: Shallow
Flesh: White, tender

Product Description

Pickling onions are small, sharp, and ideal for vinegar-based preservation. Their firm texture and tangy bite make them popular in ethnic cuisines and specialty condiment markets.

Key Features:
  • Texture: Crisp and dense
  • Flavor: Sharp and tangy
  • Discoloration: Holds color and bite after pickling
  • Usage: Best suited for brining, pickling, and garnishing

Yield & Climate:
  • Average Yield: 20–25 tons per hectare
  • Climate Tolerance: Thrives in dry, moderately warm regions

Availability:
  • Harvest Period: September to November
  • Cold Storage (CIPC-treated): October to February
  • Storage Note: Stores well when cured and kept dry

Regional Availability & Sizing Overview

Area Quality Availability Sizes Centres
Nashik Red (Kharif) Nov – Jan Various (20 to 80 mm) Lasal Gaon, PimPal Gaon, Manmad, Vani, etc.
Rose (Late Kharif) Jan – March Various (20 to 80 mm)
Pink (Rabi) April – Jan Various (20 to 80 mm)
Stock Jan – October Various (20 to 80 mm)
Pune Shallot Sep – October Small (20 to 40 mm) Pune, Parner, Chakan, etc.
Pink Jan – May Big (45 to 90 mm)
Ahmed Nagar Shallot Sep – October Small (20 to 80 mm) Ahmed Nagar
Pink Jan – May Big (45 to 90 mm)
South Shallot Sep – October Small (20 to 80 mm) Bangalore, Hubli, etc.
Red Sep – October Small (45 to 90 mm)