Reading today's price tape for 08 Aug 2026, Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Marigold(Calcutta), clocking the day's best rate at ₹42,000 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Marigold(Calcutta) Rate
A market leading on price generally points to good-quality arrivals meeting keen buying interest.
- Highest Recorded Price₹48,000
- Lowest Price Today₹36,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹42,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date08 Aug 2026
- CommodityMarigold(Calcutta) (Marigold(Calcutta))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Marigold(Calcutta) is about 1.8% below the period average — just 30.0% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Marigold(Calcutta) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 08 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹42,000 |
| 2 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹40,000 |
| 3 Tindivanam APMC | ₹40,000 |
| 4 Keelpennathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹35,500 |
| 5 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹32,500 |
| 6 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,500 |
| 7 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 8 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 9 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Perambakkam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 11 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 12 Ammapet(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.
That ₹19,000 (82.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Marigold(Calcutta) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Marigold(Calcutta) prices at Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹30,000 and ₹60,000, with the average around ₹42,750. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08 Aug | ₹48,000 | ₹36,000 | ₹42,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹48,000 | ₹36,000 | ₹42,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹48,000 | ₹42,000 | ₹45,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹48,000 | ₹42,000 | ₹45,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹48,000 | ₹36,000 | ₹42,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹48,000 | ₹36,000 | ₹42,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹42,000 | ₹36,000 | ₹39,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹42,000 | ₹36,000 | ₹39,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹48,000 | ₹36,000 | ₹42,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹48,000 | ₹36,000 | ₹42,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹48,000 | ₹36,000 | ₹42,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹48,000 | ₹36,000 | ₹42,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹48,000 | ₹36,000 | ₹42,000 |
| 26 Jul | ₹48,000 | ₹36,000 | ₹42,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹36,000 | ₹36,000 | ₹36,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹48,000 | ₹42,000 | ₹45,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹48,000 | ₹48,000 | ₹48,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹48,000 | ₹48,000 | ₹48,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹48,000 | ₹48,000 | ₹48,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹48,000 | ₹48,000 | ₹48,000 |
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 often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In short, Marigold(Calcutta) found its strongest bid at Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 08 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.