Reading today's price tape for 21 Oct 2026, Lime was quoted at ₹13,500 per quintal in Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Lime Price
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₹15,000
- Lowest Price Today₹12,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹13,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityLime (Lime)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Lime is about 4.7% below the period average, sitting just 25.0% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Lime rates across active mandis for 21 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹22,000 |
| 2 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 3 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 4 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 5 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 6 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 7 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 8 Andipatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 9 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 10 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 11 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 12 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
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.
That ₹8,000 (57.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lime fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Lime prices at Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹11,000 and ₹18,000, with the average around ₹14,160. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 06 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹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
Aim for the best-paying Lime yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Lime rate at Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 21 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.