Going by the latest APMC figures for 28 Aug 2026, Marigold(Calcutta) was quoted at ₹17,000 per quintal in Vellore APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Marigold(Calcutta) Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹18,000
- Lowest Price Today₹16,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹17,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Aug 2026
- CommodityMarigold(Calcutta) (Marigold(Calcutta))
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Marigold(Calcutta) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 36.4% below the period average and just 54.1% 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
Here's how Marigold(Calcutta) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 28 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹40,000 |
| 2 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹33,500 |
| 3 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹32,500 |
| 4 Keelpennathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹32,500 |
| 5 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 6 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 7 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 8 Tindivanam APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 9 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,500 |
| 10 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,000 |
| 11 Perambakkam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 12 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Marigold(Calcutta).
The ₹22,000 (122.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Marigold(Calcutta) prices at Vellore APMC ranged between ₹15,000 and ₹37,000, with the average around ₹26,721. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹27,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹32,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹32,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 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 | ₹30,000 | ₹32,500 |
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
Before carting Marigold(Calcutta) to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 28 Aug 2026, Marigold(Calcutta) traded at this rate in Vellore 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.