Here's the 19 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Onion was quoted at ₹4,700 per quintal in Siliguri APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Onion markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,800
- Lowest Price Today₹4,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 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.
Right now Onion is about 33.2% above the period average — just 9.6% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹11,600 |
| 2 Pala Market APMC | ₹11,200 |
| 3 Parappanangadi Market APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 4 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,549 |
| 6 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 10 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Thalavaipuram(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.
At ₹4,850 (71.9%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Siliguri APMC ranged between ₹2,100 and ₹5,200, with the average around ₹3,528. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,500 |
| 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 |
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
When picking where to sell Onion, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Siliguri APMC logged this Onion rate on 19 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.