With the 24 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Marigold(Calcutta) was quoted at ₹25,000 per quintal in Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹25,000
- Lowest Price Today₹25,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹25,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 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.
Today's rate is about 9.0% below the period average and just 28.6% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Marigold(Calcutta) rates across the markets that reported on 24 Aug 2026, so you can see where Katpadi (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 | ₹45,000 |
| 2 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹42,000 |
| 3 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹35,500 |
| 4 Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹34,000 |
| 5 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹32,500 |
| 6 Tindivanam APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 7 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 8 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 9 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 10 Perambakkam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 11 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 12 Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Marigold(Calcutta).
A spread of ₹26,000 (136.8%) 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 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹18,000 and ₹35,000, with the average around ₹27,471. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹28,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹30,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 | ₹35,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹32,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹32,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹32,000 | ₹32,000 | ₹32,000 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Marigold(Calcutta) yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Marigold(Calcutta) rate on 24 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.