As the 31 Jul 2026 session wrapped up, Onion was quoted at ₹7,500 per quintal in North Paravur Market APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Jul 2026
- CommodityOnion (1st Sort)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 15.3% above the period average and just 6.3% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 31 Jul 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹8,100 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Udumalpet APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Chala Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 8 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 9 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
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.
A spread of ₹3,350 (70.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at North Paravur Market APMC ranged between ₹5,100 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹6,506. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 25 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 21 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 20 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 18 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 17 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 16 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 15 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 14 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 13 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,000 |
| 09 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 08 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 07 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
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
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 31 Jul 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.