In the mandi rate roundup for 18 Oct 2026, Marigold(Calcutta) was quoted at ₹23,500 per quintal in Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Marigold(Calcutta) today.
01What's Behind Today's Marigold(Calcutta) Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Marigold(Calcutta) arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹24,000
- Lowest Price Today₹23,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹23,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityMarigold(Calcutta) (Marigold(Calcutta))
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Marigold(Calcutta) about 19.9% above the period average, and just 21.7% 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
Here's how Marigold(Calcutta) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 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 | ₹45,000 |
| 3 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹36,000 |
| 4 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹33,500 |
| 5 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹32,500 |
| 6 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹32,000 |
| 7 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 8 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 10 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 11 Keelpennathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 12 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹26,500 (112.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Marigold(Calcutta) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Marigold(Calcutta) prices at Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹30,000, with the average around ₹19,597. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹30,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹28,000 |
| 18 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 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 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Marigold(Calcutta) today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Marigold(Calcutta) was priced at this level in Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 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.