As fresh arrivals settled on 06 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in Siliguri APMC. See where this sits in the day's Onion range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,100
- Lowest Price Today₹2,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date06 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 11.8% below the period average and just 42.3% 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 06 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Koduvayoor Market APMC Leader | ₹7,600 |
| 2 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 3 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 4 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 5 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Kakching Market APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 9 Imphal APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 10 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Jampuijala APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 12 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
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.
That ₹2,850 (60.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Siliguri APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹5,200, with the average around ₹3,400. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
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
Farmers comparing Onion rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 06 Aug 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Siliguri APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.