Going by the latest APMC figures for 17 Aug 2026, Marigold(Calcutta) was quoted at ₹19,000 per quintal in Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Marigold(Calcutta) markets.
01What Put Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹18,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹19,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 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.
Today's rate is about 23.5% below the period average and just 32.1% 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 Marigold(Calcutta) rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹48,000 |
| 2 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹33,000 |
| 3 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹32,500 |
| 4 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹32,500 |
| 5 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 6 Tindivanam APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 7 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 8 Vellore APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 9 Perambakkam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 10 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 11 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 12 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,000 |
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.
That ₹27,000 (128.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Marigold(Calcutta) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Marigold(Calcutta) prices at Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹18,000 and ₹28,000, with the average around ₹24,846. 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 | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹24,500 | ₹24,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹26,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹25,000 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Marigold(Calcutta) today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Marigold(Calcutta) traded at this rate in Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.