In the price report dated 17 Aug 2026, Lime was quoted at ₹4,000 per quintal in SHRI.SIDDHESHWAR APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lime Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Lime arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityLime (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Lime rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Lime about 75.1% above the period average, and just 42.9% 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
The table below lines up Lime rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where SHRI.SIDDHESHWAR APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹16,000 |
| 2 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 3 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 4 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 5 Andipatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,250 |
| 6 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 7 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 8 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 9 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 10 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 11 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,250 |
| 12 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
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 ₹4,500 (39.1%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Lime prices at SHRI.SIDDHESHWAR APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹2,284. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹500 | ₹3,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹500 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹500 | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹500 | ₹2,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹500 | ₹3,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹500 | ₹2,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹500 | ₹2,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹500 | ₹2,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹500 | ₹2,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹500 | ₹2,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹500 | ₹2,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,100 | ₹500 | ₹2,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹500 | ₹2,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹500 | ₹1,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹500 | ₹2,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹500 | ₹1,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹500 | ₹1,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹500 | ₹2,000 |
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
Selling Lime well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Lime was priced at this level in SHRI.SIDDHESHWAR APMC on 17 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.