In the mandi rate roundup for 29 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,100 per quintal in Siliguri APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Onion yards.
01What Put Siliguri APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,200
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 37.4% above the period average and just 8.9% 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 29 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 3 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Madhuranthagam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 6 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 7 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
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.
The ₹3,600 (56.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Siliguri APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹2,985. 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 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 28 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
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
For Onion, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Siliguri APMC posted this Onion rate on 29 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.