In the mandi rate roundup for 15 Aug 2026, Marigold(Calcutta) was quoted at ₹30,000 per quintal in Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Marigold(Calcutta) Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹30,000
- Lowest Price Today₹30,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹30,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 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.
Today's rate is about 8.7% above the period average and just 14.3% 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
Here's how Marigold(Calcutta) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 15 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Vellore APMC | ₹32,000 |
| 6 Tindivanam APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 7 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 8 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 9 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 10 Perambakkam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 11 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 12 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
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 ₹30,000 (125.0%) 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 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹18,000 and ₹35,000, with the average around ₹27,610. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹32,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹32,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹32,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹32,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹32,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹32,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹32,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹32,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹32,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹32,000 |
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
When picking where to sell Marigold(Calcutta), balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
Net-net, Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Marigold(Calcutta) rate on 15 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.