Reading today's price tape for 16 Aug 2026, Marigold(Calcutta) was quoted at ₹13,500 per quintal in Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
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₹14,000
- Lowest Price Today₹13,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹13,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityMarigold(Calcutta) (Marigold(Calcutta))
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Marigold(Calcutta) is about 2.5% above the period average — just 3.6% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Marigold(Calcutta) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 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 Tindivanam APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 6 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 7 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 8 Vellore APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 9 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 10 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 11 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 12 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Marigold(Calcutta).
At ₹31,000 (134.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Marigold(Calcutta) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Marigold(Calcutta) prices at Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹11,000 and ₹14,000, with the average around ₹13,175. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,650 |
| 05 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,300 | ₹13,650 |
| 04 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,300 | ₹12,650 |
| 01 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,200 | ₹13,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹13,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹13,500 | ₹13,750 |
| 29 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹13,300 | ₹13,650 |
| 28 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹13,600 | ₹13,800 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Marigold(Calcutta) yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Marigold(Calcutta) rate on 16 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.