In today's crop-price rundown for 17 Aug 2026, Marigold(Calcutta) was quoted at ₹14,000 per quintal in Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
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₹14,000
- Lowest Price Today₹14,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹14,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityMarigold(Calcutta) (Marigold(Calcutta))
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Marigold(Calcutta) about 44.4% below the period average, and just 68.2% 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 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
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 ₹27,000 (128.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Marigold(Calcutta) prices at Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹12,000 and ₹44,000, with the average around ₹25,180. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
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
Selling Marigold(Calcutta) well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Marigold(Calcutta) was priced at this level in Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 17 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.