As the 14 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, North Paravur Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Alsandikai, clocking the day's best rate at ₹4,000 per quintal. It comfortably led the field, which is why traders are likely keeping an eye on it.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Alsandikai Rate
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date14 Aug 2026
- CommodityAlsandikai (Alsandikai)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Alsandikai rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 6.6% below the period average and just 20.0% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Alsandikai rates across the markets that reported on 14 Aug 2026, so you can see where North Paravur Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 North Paravur Market APMC Leader | ₹4,000 |
| 2 Binny Mill (FF&V) Bengaluru APMC | ₹2,900 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
That ₹1,100 (37.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Alsandikai fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Alsandikai prices at North Paravur Market APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹4,281. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Alsandikai, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 14 Aug 2026, North Paravur Market APMC set the pace for Alsandikai. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.