In the mandi rate roundup for 22 Oct 2026, Lime was quoted at ₹5,571 per quintal in APMC Hingna APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lime Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,571
- 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.
Today's rate is about 27.4% below the period average and just 65.2% 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 22 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 5 Andipatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,250 |
| 6 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,750 |
| 7 Shimoga APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 8 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 9 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 10 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 11 Kambam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 12 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
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 ₹7,000 (48.3%), 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Lime prices at APMC Hingna APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹16,000, with the average around ₹7,675. 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 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,571 |
| 21 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 20 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,143 |
| 19 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,833 |
| 17 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,388 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹5,620 |
| 13 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,933 |
| 12 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,705 |
| 24 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,166 |
| 23 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,166 |
| 22 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,900 |
| 21 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹8,227 |
| 17 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,142 |
| 15 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹8,375 |
| 08 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹9,055 |
| 07 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹7,346 |
| 04 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,600 |
| 03 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,333 |
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 day's best Lime rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, APMC Hingna APMC posted this Lime rate on 22 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.