Reading today's price tape for 23 Aug 2026, Marigold(Calcutta) was quoted at ₹8,500 per quintal in Paramakudi(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
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 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.
At this level, Marigold(Calcutta) is about 2.5% below the period average, sitting just 29.2% 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
The table below lines up Marigold(Calcutta) rates across the markets that reported on 23 Aug 2026, so you can see where Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹48,000 |
| 2 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹36,000 |
| 3 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹33,000 |
| 4 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹32,500 |
| 5 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 7 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,000 |
| 8 Perambakkam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 9 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,500 |
| 10 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 11 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,900 |
| 12 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,400 |
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 ₹35,600 (287.1%), 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 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹8,716. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
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
Selling Marigold(Calcutta) well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Marigold(Calcutta) rate at Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 23 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.