From today's trading desk on 22 Oct 2026, Lime was quoted at ₹9,000 per quintal in APMC Rahata APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put APMC Rahata APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommodityLime (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Lime is about 6.7% below the period average, sitting just 43.8% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Lime rates stacked up across reporting markets on 22 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹21,500 |
| 2 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 3 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 4 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,750 |
| 5 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 6 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 7 Kambam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 8 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 9 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 10 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 11 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 12 Sivagangai (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.
A spread of ₹8,000 (59.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Lime prices at APMC Rahata APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹16,000, with the average around ₹9,643. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 20 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 18 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 06 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹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
Farmers comparing Lime rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Lime rate at APMC Rahata APMC on 22 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.