In the price report dated 18 Sep 2026, Marigold(Calcutta) was quoted at ₹8,750 per quintal in Paramakudi(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
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityMarigold(Calcutta) (Marigold(Calcutta))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 0.1% below the period average and just 27.1% 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
The table below lines up Marigold(Calcutta) rates across the markets that reported on 18 Sep 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 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹48,000 |
| 2 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹48,000 |
| 3 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹40,000 |
| 4 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹40,000 |
| 5 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹32,500 |
| 6 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 7 Tindivanam APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 8 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 10 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 11 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 12 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
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.
The ₹29,000 (152.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Marigold(Calcutta) prices at Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹8,756. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 14 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 06 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 05 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 31 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 30 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
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
Before carting Marigold(Calcutta) to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Marigold(Calcutta) rate on 18 Sep 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.