In today's crop-price rundown for 30 Aug 2026, Marigold(Calcutta) was quoted at ₹25,000 per quintal in Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Marigold(Calcutta) Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹25,000
- Lowest Price Today₹25,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹25,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date30 Aug 2026
- CommodityMarigold(Calcutta) (Marigold(Calcutta))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 45.1% below the period average and just 58.3% 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 30 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹32,500 |
| 2 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 3 Tindivanam APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 4 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 5 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,500 |
| 6 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 7 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 8 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 9 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 10 Vellore APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 11 Perambakkam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 12 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹15,000 (85.7%) 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 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹25,000 and ₹60,000, with the average around ₹45,500. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 | ₹40,000 |
| 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 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 30 Aug 2026, Marigold(Calcutta) traded at this rate in Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.