In today's crop-price rundown for 23 Aug 2026, Mousambi(Sweet Lime) was quoted at ₹4,500 per quintal in Mechua APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Mousambi(Sweet Lime) Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityMousambi(Sweet Lime) (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Mousambi(Sweet Lime) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Mousambi(Sweet Lime) about 35.5% below the period average, and just 53.1% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Mousambi(Sweet Lime) rates across the markets that reported on 23 Aug 2026, so you can see where Mechua 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 | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Kundrathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Vellore APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Manjeri Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 11 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 12 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
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 ₹3,200 (47.1%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Mousambi(Sweet Lime) prices at Mechua APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹9,600, with the average around ₹6,975. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,600 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹5,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹5,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹4,300 | ₹5,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,300 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,100 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,100 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,100 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,300 | ₹4,600 | ₹5,600 |
| 09 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,600 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹5,100 | ₹6,100 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹5,100 | ₹6,100 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹5,300 | ₹6,300 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹5,300 | ₹6,300 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,500 |
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
Before carting Mousambi(Sweet Lime) to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach 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
The takeaway: Mechua APMC reported Mousambi(Sweet Lime) at this level on 23 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.