In today's crop-price rundown for 21 Aug 2026, Lime was quoted at ₹7,500 per quintal in Shimoga APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Lime yards.
01What's Behind Today's Lime Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityLime (Lime)
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.
This puts Lime about 0.0% above the period average, and just 25.0% 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
This table ranks Lime rates across active mandis for 21 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹15,000 |
| 2 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 3 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 4 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 5 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 6 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 7 Kambam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 8 Andipatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 9 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 10 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 11 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 12 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lime.
A spread of ₹4,000 (36.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Lime prices at Shimoga APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹7,500. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 15 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 07 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 03 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 02 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
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 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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Shimoga APMC reported Lime at this level on 21 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.