From today's trading desk on 17 Aug 2026, North Paravur Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Onion, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,000 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01What Put North Paravur Market APMC on Top Today
A yard rarely tops the list by chance — it usually reflects genuine, repeated demand through the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 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.
Right now Onion is about 16.1% above the period average — just 11.1% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 North Paravur Market APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Chala Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 3 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 5 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Imphal APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 12 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
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.
At ₹2,750 (52.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at North Paravur Market APMC ranged between ₹5,100 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹6,892. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 25 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
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
The headline Onion rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion found its strongest bid at North Paravur Market APMC on 17 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.