In the latest market update for 18 Sep 2026, Marigold(Calcutta) was quoted at ₹15,500 per quintal in Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Marigold(Calcutta) Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,000
- Lowest Price Today₹15,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹15,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 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.
Right now Marigold(Calcutta) is about 6.3% below the period average — just 44.6% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Marigold(Calcutta) rates across the markets that reported on 18 Sep 2026, so you can see where Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹48,000 |
| 2 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹48,000 |
| 3 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹40,000 |
| 4 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹40,000 |
| 5 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹32,500 |
| 6 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 7 Tindivanam APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 8 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 10 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 11 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 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.
The ₹29,000 (152.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Marigold(Calcutta) prices at Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹28,000, with the average around ₹16,539. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 06 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 30 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Marigold(Calcutta) rate on 18 Sep 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.