In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Jul 2026, Marigold(Calcutta) was quoted at ₹26,500 per quintal in Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹28,000
- Lowest Price Today₹25,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹26,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Jul 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.
At this level, Marigold(Calcutta) is about 6.0% above the period average, sitting just 5.4% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Marigold(Calcutta) rates across the markets that reported on 17 Jul 2026, so you can see where Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹60,000 |
| 2 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹55,000 |
| 3 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹50,000 |
| 4 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹47,500 |
| 5 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹40,000 |
| 6 Tindivanam APMC | ₹40,000 |
| 7 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹35,000 |
| 8 Keelpennathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹34,500 |
| 9 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹34,500 |
| 10 Vellore APMC | ₹33,500 |
| 11 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹32,500 |
| 12 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Marigold(Calcutta).
The ₹29,000 (93.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Marigold(Calcutta) prices at Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹18,000 and ₹28,000, with the average around ₹24,989. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹26,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹26,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 26 Jul | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 19 Jul | ₹28,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Marigold(Calcutta) rate at Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 17 Jul 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.