In the day's wholesale-price digest for 01 Aug 2026, Marigold(Calcutta) was quoted at ₹28,000 per quintal in Vellore APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Vellore APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹28,000
- Lowest Price Today₹28,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹28,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date01 Aug 2026
- CommodityMarigold(Calcutta) (Marigold(Calcutta))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Marigold(Calcutta) is about 4.2% above the period average, sitting just 24.3% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Marigold(Calcutta) rates across the markets that reported on 01 Aug 2026, so you can see where Vellore APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹45,000 |
| 2 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹39,000 |
| 3 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹37,500 |
| 4 Keelpennathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹35,500 |
| 5 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹32,000 |
| 6 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,500 |
| 7 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 8 Tindivanam APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 9 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 10 Vellore APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 11 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 12 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹18,000 (66.7%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Marigold(Calcutta) prices at Vellore APMC ranged between ₹18,000 and ₹37,000, with the average around ₹26,869. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹32,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹31,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹32,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹31,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹32,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹32,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹32,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹32,000 |
| 26 Jul | ₹32,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹31,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹32,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹31,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹34,000 | ₹34,000 | ₹34,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹34,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹33,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹34,000 | ₹34,000 | ₹34,000 |
| 19 Jul | ₹34,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹33,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹34,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹33,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹35,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹33,500 |
| 16 Jul | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 15 Jul | ₹35,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹32,500 |
| 14 Jul | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹37,000 | ₹37,000 | ₹37,000 |
| 12 Jul | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
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
The headline Marigold(Calcutta) rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Marigold(Calcutta) rate at Vellore APMC on 01 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.