In the latest market update for 20 Oct 2026, Marigold(Calcutta) was quoted at ₹24,500 per quintal in Keelpennathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Marigold(Calcutta) Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹25,000
- Lowest Price Today₹24,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹24,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityMarigold(Calcutta) (Marigold(Calcutta))
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Marigold(Calcutta) is about 12.6% below the period average — just 31.9% 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
Here's how Marigold(Calcutta) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 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 | ₹42,000 |
| 3 Tindivanam RM APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 4 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 5 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 6 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 7 Keelpennathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 8 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 9 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 10 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 11 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 12 A.Jattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
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.
At ₹32,000 (177.8%), 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Marigold(Calcutta) prices at Keelpennathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹18,000 and ₹36,000, with the average around ₹28,039. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹35,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹32,500 |
| 20 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹35,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹32,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹35,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹32,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹35,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹32,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹35,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹32,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹35,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹32,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹35,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹32,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹35,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹32,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹35,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹32,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹35,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹32,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹35,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹32,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹35,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹32,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹35,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹32,500 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Marigold(Calcutta), though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Keelpennathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Marigold(Calcutta) rate on 20 Oct 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.