In the price report dated 21 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,200 per quintal in Gevrai APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Onion markets in the table that follows.
01What Put Gevrai APMC on Top Today
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,200
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Red)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Onion about 49.3% above the period average, and just 28.9% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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.
That ₹2,500 (41.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Gevrai APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹2,143. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹1,700 | ₹3,050 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,250 | ₹1,800 | ₹3,025 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹1,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,750 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,650 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,650 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,600 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,900 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹700 | ₹1,350 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,700 |
| 07 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,700 |
| 03 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹600 | ₹1,800 |
| 30 Jun | ₹2,850 | ₹700 | ₹1,400 |
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
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Gevrai APMC reported Onion at this level on 21 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.