As the 16 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Marigold(Calcutta) was quoted at ₹12,250 per quintal in Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Marigold(Calcutta) markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Marigold(Calcutta) Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Marigold(Calcutta) arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,500
- Lowest Price Today₹12,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityMarigold(Calcutta) (Marigold(Calcutta))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Marigold(Calcutta) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Marigold(Calcutta) about 25.2% above the period average, and just 23.4% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Marigold(Calcutta) rates across active mandis for 16 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹54,000 |
| 2 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹45,000 |
| 3 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹33,000 |
| 4 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹32,500 |
| 5 Tindivanam APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 6 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 7 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 8 Vellore APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 9 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 10 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 11 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 12 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Marigold(Calcutta).
That ₹31,000 (134.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Marigold(Calcutta) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Marigold(Calcutta) prices at Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹16,000, with the average around ₹9,782. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹10,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,250 |
| 16 Aug | ₹12,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,250 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 14 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹10,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,250 |
| 11 Aug | ₹12,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,250 |
| 10 Aug | ₹10,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,250 |
| 09 Aug | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,250 |
| 08 Aug | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,250 |
| 07 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹13,500 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,250 |
| 04 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹12,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,250 |
| 02 Aug | ₹13,500 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,250 |
| 01 Aug | ₹13,500 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,250 |
| 31 Jul | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹13,500 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,250 |
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
The day's best Marigold(Calcutta) rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Marigold(Calcutta) was priced at this level in Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 16 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.