In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Aug 2026, Mousambi(Sweet Lime) was quoted at ₹2,600 per quintal in Rishikesh APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Mousambi(Sweet Lime) Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,800
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityMousambi(Sweet Lime) (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 32.3% below the period average and just 48.0% 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
This table ranks Mousambi(Sweet Lime) rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tiphra APMC Leader | ₹13,200 |
| 2 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Rajouri (Phaliana) (F&V) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Vellore APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
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.
At ₹5,700 (76.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Mousambi(Sweet Lime) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Mousambi(Sweet Lime) prices at Rishikesh APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,839. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹2,750 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,550 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,850 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,850 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹3,200 | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹4,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,250 | ₹3,200 | ₹4,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹4,050 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹4,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹4,050 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹4,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,250 | ₹4,100 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,250 | ₹4,050 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹4,050 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹4,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹4,050 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹4,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
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 day's best Mousambi(Sweet Lime) rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Rishikesh APMC posted this Mousambi(Sweet Lime) rate on 18 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.