From today's trading desk on 18 Aug 2026, Marigold(Calcutta) was quoted at ₹27,000 per quintal in Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What's Behind Today's Marigold(Calcutta) Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹28,000
- Lowest Price Today₹26,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹27,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityMarigold(Calcutta) (Marigold(Calcutta))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Marigold(Calcutta) is about 8.6% below the period average — just 40.0% 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
The table below lines up Marigold(Calcutta) rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹48,000 |
| 2 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹40,000 |
| 3 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹32,500 |
| 4 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹32,500 |
| 5 Tindivanam APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 6 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 7 Vellore APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 8 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 9 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 10 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 11 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 12 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹25,000 (108.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Marigold(Calcutta) prices at Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹20,000 and ₹45,000, with the average around ₹29,548. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹35,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹32,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹32,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹28,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹28,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹34,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹32,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹34,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹32,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹34,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹32,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹35,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹32,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹28,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹26,000 |
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
Farmers comparing Marigold(Calcutta) 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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Marigold(Calcutta) rate on 18 Aug 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.