In the latest market update for 28 Aug 2026, Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Marigold(Calcutta), clocking the day's best rate at ₹40,000 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Marigold(Calcutta) leader.
01What's Behind Today's Marigold(Calcutta) Price
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹40,000
- Lowest Price Today₹40,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹40,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Aug 2026
- CommodityMarigold(Calcutta) (Marigold(Calcutta))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Marigold(Calcutta) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Marigold(Calcutta) is about 12.8% below the period average, sitting just 33.3% 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
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 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹32,500 |
| 3 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 4 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,500 |
| 5 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,000 |
| 6 Vellore APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 7 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 8 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 9 Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 10 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 11 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,900 |
| 12 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
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.
At ₹26,500 (196.3%), 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Marigold(Calcutta) prices at Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹30,000 and ₹60,000, with the average around ₹45,856. 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 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 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 |
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
Farmers comparing Marigold(Calcutta) rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
To sum up, Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC led Marigold(Calcutta) on 28 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.