Looking at how the yards traded on 23 Aug 2026, Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Marigold(Calcutta), clocking the day's best rate at ₹48,000 per quintal. It comfortably led the field, which is why traders are likely keeping an eye on it.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Marigold(Calcutta) Rate
A front-running rate rarely comes down to one lucky sale. More often it's a sign of healthy competition, with several buyers chasing the available lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹48,000
- Lowest Price Today₹48,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹48,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityMarigold(Calcutta) (Marigold(Calcutta))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Marigold(Calcutta) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Marigold(Calcutta) is about 10.3% above the period average, sitting just 20.0% 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
Here's how Marigold(Calcutta) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 23 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹48,000 |
| 2 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹47,500 |
| 3 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹36,000 |
| 4 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹35,500 |
| 5 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹33,000 |
| 6 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹32,500 |
| 7 Tindivanam APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 8 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 9 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 10 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 11 Vellore APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 12 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
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.
That ₹24,000 (100.0%) 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 ₹43,500. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹48,000 | ₹36,000 | ₹42,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹48,000 | ₹48,000 | ₹48,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹48,000 | ₹48,000 | ₹48,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹48,000 | ₹48,000 | ₹48,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹48,000 | ₹48,000 | ₹48,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹42,000 | ₹42,000 | ₹42,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹48,000 | ₹48,000 | ₹48,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹48,000 | ₹48,000 | ₹48,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹54,000 | ₹54,000 | ₹54,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹54,000 | ₹54,000 | ₹54,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹54,000 | ₹54,000 | ₹54,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹36,000 | ₹36,000 | ₹36,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹36,000 | ₹36,000 | ₹36,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹42,000 | ₹36,000 | ₹39,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹42,000 | ₹42,000 | ₹42,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹48,000 | ₹48,000 | ₹48,000 |
| 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 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC led Marigold(Calcutta) on 23 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.