In the mandi rate roundup for 16 Oct 2026, Lime was quoted at ₹15,500 per quintal in Pattambi Market APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Lime markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lime Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,000
- Lowest Price Today₹15,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹15,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityLime (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 42.9% above the period average and just 35.4% 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
This table ranks Lime rates across active mandis for 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,500 |
| 2 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 3 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,500 |
| 4 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,500 |
| 5 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 6 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 7 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 8 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 9 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 10 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 11 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 12 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
At ₹14,000 (103.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lime matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Lime prices at Pattambi Market APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹24,000, with the average around ₹10,848. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
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
The headline Lime rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Pattambi Market APMC posted this Lime rate on 16 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.