With the 18 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Marigold(Calcutta) was quoted at ₹20,000 per quintal in Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Marigold(Calcutta) Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹20,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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.
This puts Marigold(Calcutta) about 0.2% above the period average, and just 28.6% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Marigold(Calcutta) rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹48,000 |
| 2 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹40,000 |
| 3 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹32,500 |
| 4 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹32,500 |
| 5 Tindivanam APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 6 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 7 Vellore APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 8 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 9 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 10 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 11 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 12 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
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.
At ₹25,000 (108.7%), 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 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹12,000 and ₹28,000, with the average around ₹19,967. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
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
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 tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Marigold(Calcutta) at this level on 18 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.