The State government committee drafting Maharashtra’s onion policy has recommended setting up an onion terminal in Solapur, positioning the city as a key central hub for onion trade between North and South India.
At a recent meeting in Solapur, under the chairmanship of the president of the Agriculture Costs and Prices Commission, Pasha Patel, members discussed developing the terminal to support farmers and strengthen both domestic and international onion trade.
Along with Lasalgaon in Nashik, Solapur receives onions from across the state, and its APMC plays a crucial role in pricing and trading. Committee members recommended that the proposed terminal house all facilities under one roof, including scientific storage systems to prevent damage and reduce post-harvest losses.
