Based on what the markets reported on 18 Aug 2026, Mousambi(Sweet Lime) was quoted at ₹2,600 per quintal in Kotadwara 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
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Mousambi(Sweet Lime) arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityMousambi(Sweet Lime) (Mousambi)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Mousambi(Sweet Lime) is about 22.1% below the period average — just 45.8% 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
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 Vellore APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Rajouri (Phaliana) (F&V) 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.
A spread of ₹5,700 (76.0%) 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Mousambi(Sweet Lime) prices at Kotadwara APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹4,800, with the average around ₹3,336. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 20 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 18 Jul | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
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 Mousambi(Sweet Lime), though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
To wrap up, Kotadwara APMC logged this Mousambi(Sweet Lime) rate on 18 Aug 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.