In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,900 per quintal in Siliguri APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
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₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
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.
Right now Onion is about 47.0% above the period average — just 5.8% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 18 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 3 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 4 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 5 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 6 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 7 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 8 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 11 Vadaseri APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 12 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
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.
At ₹4,800 (66.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
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 ₹3,333. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Onion yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Siliguri APMC logged this Onion rate on 18 Sep 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.