In the mandi rate roundup for 16 Oct 2026, Marigold(Calcutta) was quoted at ₹17,500 per quintal in Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Marigold(Calcutta) Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹18,000
- Lowest Price Today₹17,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹17,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityMarigold(Calcutta) (Marigold(Calcutta))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Marigold(Calcutta) about 10.0% below the period average, and just 37.5% 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 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Elampillai(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 | ₹42,000 |
| 2 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹32,000 |
| 3 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 4 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 5 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Perambakkam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 7 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 8 Keelpennathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 9 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 10 Tindivanam RM APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 11 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 12 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹23,000 (121.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Marigold(Calcutta) prices at Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹28,000, with the average around ₹19,453. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
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 day's best Marigold(Calcutta) rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Marigold(Calcutta) was priced at this level in Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 16 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.