In the day's wholesale-price digest for 05 Aug 2026, Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Mousambi(Sweet Lime), clocking the day's best rate at ₹15,000 per quintal. With buying concentrated here, this yard topped the day's Mousambi(Sweet Lime) board.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Mousambi(Sweet Lime) Rate
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹15,000
- Lowest Price Today₹15,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹15,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Aug 2026
- CommodityMousambi(Sweet Lime) (Mousambi)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Mousambi(Sweet Lime) is about 7.1% above the period average, sitting right at 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 05 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹15,000 |
| 2 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 Thirukalukundram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 4 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 SMY Nadaun APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 10 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
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.
The ₹7,000 (87.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Mousambi(Sweet Lime) prices at Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹10,000 and ₹15,000, with the average around ₹14,000. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 26 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 19 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
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
The headline Mousambi(Sweet Lime) rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC led Mousambi(Sweet Lime) on 05 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.