Reading today's price tape for 18 Aug 2026, Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Mousambi(Sweet Lime), clocking the day's best rate at ₹10,000 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Mousambi(Sweet Lime) today, setting the tone for the session.
01What Put Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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.
Right now Mousambi(Sweet Lime) is about 29.6% below the period average — just 33.3% 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
Here's how Mousambi(Sweet Lime) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Rajouri (Phaliana) (F&V) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Vellore APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Chokkikulam(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).
That ₹2,500 (33.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Mousambi(Sweet Lime) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
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 ₹14,205. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 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 |
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, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In short, Mousambi(Sweet Lime) found its strongest bid at Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.