Across the reporting yards on 13 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. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01What Put Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹15,000
- Lowest Price Today₹15,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹15,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Aug 2026
- CommodityMousambi(Sweet Lime) (Mousambi)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 5.4% above the period average and right at 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
Here's how Mousambi(Sweet Lime) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 13 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹15,000 |
| 2 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹8,050 |
| 7 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Kundrathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Mousambi(Sweet Lime).
The ₹7,500 (100.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
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 ₹14,235. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 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 |
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
Selling Mousambi(Sweet Lime) well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 13 Aug 2026, Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC set the pace for Mousambi(Sweet Lime). Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.