With the 18 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Marigold(Calcutta) was quoted at ₹32,500 per quintal in Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Marigold(Calcutta) Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹35,000
- Lowest Price Today₹30,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹32,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityMarigold(Calcutta) (Marigold(Calcutta))
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Marigold(Calcutta) about 9.9% below the period average, and just 40.9% 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 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹48,000 |
| 2 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹40,000 |
| 3 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹32,500 |
| 4 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹32,500 |
| 5 Tindivanam APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 6 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 7 Vellore APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 8 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 9 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 10 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 11 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 12 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
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 ₹25,000 (108.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Marigold(Calcutta) prices at Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹20,000 and ₹55,000, with the average around ₹36,085. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹35,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹32,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹36,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹33,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹36,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹33,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹36,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹33,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹36,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹33,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹37,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹35,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹32,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹37,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹35,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹32,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹35,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹32,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹35,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹32,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹33,000 | ₹36,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹40,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹37,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹35,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹32,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹30,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹27,500 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Marigold(Calcutta) at this level on 18 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.