Pulling together the 28 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Marigold(Calcutta) was quoted at ₹21,000 per quintal in Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Marigold(Calcutta) Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹22,000
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹21,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Aug 2026
- CommodityMarigold(Calcutta) (Marigold(Calcutta))
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Marigold(Calcutta) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Marigold(Calcutta) is about 24.9% above the period average, sitting just 16.0% 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
This table ranks Marigold(Calcutta) rates across active mandis for 28 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹40,000 |
| 2 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹33,500 |
| 3 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹32,500 |
| 4 Keelpennathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹32,500 |
| 5 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 6 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 7 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 8 Tindivanam APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 9 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,500 |
| 10 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,000 |
| 11 Perambakkam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 12 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹22,000 (122.2%) 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 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹25,000, with the average around ₹16,810. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹23,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹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
When picking where to sell Marigold(Calcutta), balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
To sum up, this was the Marigold(Calcutta) rate at Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 28 Aug 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.