Here's the 12 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Lime was quoted at ₹1,750 per quintal in Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Lime markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Lime Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityLime (Lime)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Lime is about 0.6% above the period average — just 12.5% 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 12 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Kolhapur APMC Leader | ₹17,500 |
| 2 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 3 Andipatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,750 |
| 4 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 5 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 6 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 7 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 8 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 9 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 10 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 11 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 12 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
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 ₹3,500 (25.0%), 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 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹2,000, with the average around ₹1,740. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 06 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 04 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
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
In short, Lime changed hands at this rate in Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC on 12 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.