In the mandi rate roundup for 20 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹8,500 per quintal in North Paravur Market APMC. This is one of several Onion rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (1st Sort)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 21.7% above the period average and just 5.6% 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 Onion rates across the markets that reported on 20 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 Pala Market APMC Leader | ₹8,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 4 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Krishnagiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Chavakkad Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Vadaseri APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
That ₹2,850 (49.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at North Paravur Market APMC ranged between ₹5,100 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹6,985. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹7,400 | ₹8,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹7,400 | ₹8,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹7,400 | ₹8,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹7,200 | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹7,200 | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹7,200 | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
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 Onion, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 20 Aug 2026, Onion traded at this rate in North Paravur Market APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.