Reading today's price tape for 28 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,600 per quintal in Siliguri APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,700
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 22.2% above the period average — just 11.5% 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 28 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹13,600 |
| 2 Pala Market APMC | ₹11,200 |
| 3 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 5 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 6 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 7 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 8 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 10 Chelakkara Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
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 ₹6,600 (94.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Siliguri APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹5,200, with the average around ₹3,764. 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 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 28 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 27 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 26 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 24 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 23 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 22 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 21 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 20 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 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 |
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 28 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.