Checking the day's mandi numbers for 22 Aug 2026, Lime was quoted at ₹4,500 per quintal in Bhusaval APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Lime yard so you can see where this one falls.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lime Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Aug 2026
- CommodityLime (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Lime rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Lime is about 7.8% above the period average — just 43.8% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Lime rates stacked up across reporting markets on 22 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹15,000 |
| 2 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹14,200 |
| 3 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 4 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 5 Andipatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,750 |
| 6 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,750 |
| 7 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 8 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,250 |
| 9 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,250 |
| 10 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 11 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 12 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,000 |
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.
At ₹3,000 (25.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lime matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Lime prices at Bhusaval APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹4,175. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
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
When picking where to sell Lime, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at 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
To wrap up, Bhusaval APMC logged this Lime rate on 22 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.