Looking at how the yards traded on 28 Aug 2026, Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Mousambi(Sweet Lime), clocking the day's best rate at ₹9,000 per quintal. It comfortably led the field, which is why traders are likely keeping an eye on it.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Mousambi(Sweet Lime) Rate
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Aug 2026
- CommodityMousambi(Sweet Lime) (Mousambi)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Mousambi(Sweet Lime) is about 16.9% below the period average, sitting just 40.0% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Mousambi(Sweet Lime) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 28 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,000 |
| 2 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 5 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 6 Vellore APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 9 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 10 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Pune(Moshi) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Ahmedgarh APMC | ₹5,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹4,000 (80.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Mousambi(Sweet Lime) prices at Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹15,000, with the average around ₹10,826. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
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
When picking where to sell Mousambi(Sweet Lime), balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC led Mousambi(Sweet Lime) on 28 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.