In the latest market update for 26 Aug 2026, Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Marigold(Calcutta), clocking the day's best rate at ₹45,000 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Marigold(Calcutta).
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Marigold(Calcutta) Rate
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹45,000
- Lowest Price Today₹45,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹45,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 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.
At this level, Marigold(Calcutta) is about 2.0% below the period average, sitting just 25.0% 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
Here's how Marigold(Calcutta) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 26 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹45,000 |
| 2 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹36,000 |
| 3 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹35,500 |
| 4 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹32,500 |
| 5 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 6 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 7 Tindivanam APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 8 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 9 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 10 Perambakkam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 11 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 12 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Marigold(Calcutta).
A spread of ₹25,500 (130.8%) 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 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹30,000 and ₹60,000, with the average around ₹45,938. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹45,000 | ₹45,000 | ₹45,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹45,000 | ₹45,000 | ₹45,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹45,000 | ₹45,000 | ₹45,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹50,000 | ₹45,000 | ₹47,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹45,000 | ₹45,000 | ₹45,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹45,000 | ₹45,000 | ₹45,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹45,000 | ₹45,000 | ₹45,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹45,000 | ₹45,000 | ₹45,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹45,000 | ₹45,000 | ₹45,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹45,000 | ₹45,000 | ₹45,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹45,000 | ₹45,000 | ₹45,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹45,000 | ₹45,000 | ₹45,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹45,000 | ₹45,000 | ₹45,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
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
To sum up, Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC led Marigold(Calcutta) on 26 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.