Going by the latest APMC figures for 08 Aug 2026, Marigold(Calcutta) was quoted at ₹24,500 per quintal in Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹25,000
- Lowest Price Today₹24,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹24,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date08 Aug 2026
- CommodityMarigold(Calcutta) (Marigold(Calcutta))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 2.1% above the period average and just 12.5% 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
This table ranks Marigold(Calcutta) rates across active mandis for 08 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹35,000 |
| 6 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹32,500 |
| 7 Vellore APMC | ₹32,500 |
| 8 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,500 |
| 9 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 10 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 11 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 12 Perambakkam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Marigold(Calcutta).
That ₹17,000 (68.0%) 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 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹14,000 and ₹28,000, with the average around ₹23,987. 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 | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹28,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹28,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,500 |
| 26 Jul | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,500 |
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
The headline Marigold(Calcutta) rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Marigold(Calcutta) rate on 08 Aug 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.