In the mandi rate roundup for 08 Aug 2026, Lime was quoted at ₹12,750 per quintal in Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹13,000
- Lowest Price Today₹12,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date08 Aug 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 1.6% above the period average and just 5.6% 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
The table below lines up Lime rates across the markets that reported on 08 Aug 2026, so you can see where Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹16,500 |
| 2 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,250 |
| 3 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 4 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 5 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 6 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 7 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 8 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 9 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 10 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 11 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 12 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
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.
That ₹3,500 (26.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lime fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Lime prices at Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹10,000 and ₹13,500, with the average around ₹12,549. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹12,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,250 |
| 06 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹12,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,250 |
| 04 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,750 |
| 02 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 01 Aug | ₹12,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,250 |
| 31 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹12,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,250 |
| 29 Jul | ₹13,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,750 |
| 28 Jul | ₹13,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,750 |
| 27 Jul | ₹13,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,750 |
| 26 Jul | ₹13,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,750 |
| 25 Jul | ₹13,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,750 |
| 24 Jul | ₹12,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,250 |
| 23 Jul | ₹12,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,250 |
| 22 Jul | ₹13,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,750 |
| 21 Jul | ₹13,500 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,250 |
| 20 Jul | ₹13,500 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,250 |
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, Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Lime rate on 08 Aug 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.