Here's the 17 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Onion was quoted at ₹9,500 per quintal in North Paravur Market APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put North Paravur Market APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹11,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (1st Sort)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Onion is about 29.0% above the period average — just 17.4% 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 17 Oct 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 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹10,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 4 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 5 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 6 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Halahali APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 10 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 11 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
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.
The ₹3,850 (57.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at North Paravur Market APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹11,500, with the average around ₹7,367. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹11,000 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹11,000 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,200 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,400 |
| 25 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 19 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,200 | ₹9,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,600 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹11,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,800 |
| 10 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,800 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,600 | ₹5,700 | ₹6,400 |
| 08 Sep | ₹6,600 | ₹5,700 | ₹6,400 |
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
Going to the top Onion market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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 changed hands at this rate in North Paravur Market APMC on 17 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.