As the 17 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Marigold(Calcutta) was quoted at ₹39,000 per quintal in Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Marigold(Calcutta) Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹42,000
- Lowest Price Today₹36,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹39,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 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 4.4% below the period average, and just 35.0% 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
Here's how Marigold(Calcutta) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹50,000 |
| 2 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹39,000 |
| 3 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹36,500 |
| 4 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹32,000 |
| 5 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 6 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 8 Keelpennathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 9 Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 10 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 11 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 12 Tindivanam RM APMC | ₹20,000 |
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 ₹30,000 (150.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Marigold(Calcutta) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Marigold(Calcutta) prices at Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹24,000 and ₹60,000, with the average around ₹40,783. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹42,000 | ₹36,000 | ₹39,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹42,000 | ₹42,000 | ₹42,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹42,000 | ₹36,000 | ₹39,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹36,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹33,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹36,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹33,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹36,000 | ₹36,000 | ₹36,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹36,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹33,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹36,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹33,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹36,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹33,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹36,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹33,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹42,000 | ₹36,000 | ₹39,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹48,000 | ₹36,000 | ₹42,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹45,000 | ₹45,000 | ₹45,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹48,000 | ₹48,000 | ₹48,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹36,000 | ₹36,000 | ₹36,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹48,000 | ₹48,000 | ₹48,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹48,000 | ₹48,000 | ₹48,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹48,000 | ₹48,000 | ₹48,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹48,000 | ₹42,000 | ₹45,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹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
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Marigold(Calcutta) was priced at this level in Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 17 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.