Pulling together the 21 Aug 2026 mandi readings, North Paravur Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Onion, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,500 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
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (1st Sort)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 20.7% above the period average — just 5.6% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 21 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 | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 3 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 5 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 7 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 9 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 10 Chelakkara Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 11 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹2,500 (41.7%) 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 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 ₹7,041. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 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 |
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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion found its strongest bid at North Paravur Market APMC on 21 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.