In the price report dated 12 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,400 per quintal in Siliguri APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
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₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 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 28.6% above the period average and just 15.4% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chengannur Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 3 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 7 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 10 Chelakkara Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
A spread of ₹3,000 (42.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Siliguri APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹5,200, with the average around ₹3,422. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,900 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,100 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,100 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 04 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,600 |
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
Selling Onion well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Siliguri APMC posted this Onion rate on 12 Oct 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.