Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Aug 2026, Marigold(Calcutta) was quoted at ₹19,000 per quintal in Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Marigold(Calcutta) Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹18,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹19,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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.
This puts Marigold(Calcutta) about 19.1% below the period average, and just 45.7% 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
The table below lines up Marigold(Calcutta) rates across the markets that reported on 18 Aug 2026, so you can see where Ammapet(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 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹40,000 |
| 3 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹32,500 |
| 4 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹32,500 |
| 5 Tindivanam APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 6 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 7 Vellore APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 8 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 9 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 10 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 11 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 12 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Marigold(Calcutta).
A spread of ₹25,000 (108.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Marigold(Calcutta) prices at Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹13,000 and ₹35,000, with the average around ₹23,482. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
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
For Marigold(Calcutta), the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
The takeaway: Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Marigold(Calcutta) at this level on 18 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.