Going by the latest APMC figures for 13 Oct 2026, Lime was quoted at ₹13,000 per quintal in Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Lime Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹14,000
- Lowest Price Today₹12,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹13,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Oct 2026
- CommodityLime (Lime)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 12.9% above the period average and just 7.1% 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 13 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹15,500 |
| 2 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 3 Andipatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 4 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 5 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 6 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 7 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 8 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 9 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 10 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 11 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 12 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lime.
The ₹2,000 (14.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Lime prices at Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹9,000 and ₹14,000, with the average around ₹11,513. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹12,800 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,150 |
| 25 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹12,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,250 |
| 23 Sep | ₹12,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,250 |
| 22 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 07 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
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 tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Lime rate on 13 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.