Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Sep 2026, Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Mousambi(Sweet Lime), clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,000 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Mousambi(Sweet Lime).
01What's Behind Today's Mousambi(Sweet Lime) Price
A market that leads tends to do so because buyers competed for the day's better stock.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityMousambi(Sweet Lime) (Mousambi)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 33.0% below the period average and just 46.7% short of 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
The table below lines up Mousambi(Sweet Lime) rates across the markets that reported on 18 Sep 2026, so you can see where Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 4 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 5 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Bathinda APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Vellore APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Rajouri (Phaliana) (F&V) APMC | ₹6,500 |
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.
That ₹1,500 (23.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Mousambi(Sweet Lime) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Mousambi(Sweet Lime) prices at Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹15,000, with the average around ₹11,944. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
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
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Sep 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.