With the 25 Sep 2026 auctions now in, Lime was quoted at ₹12,000 per quintal in Kambam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lime Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,000
- Lowest Price Today₹12,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date25 Sep 2026
- CommodityLime (Lime)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Lime rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 3.1% below the period average and just 25.0% 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
Here's how Lime rates stacked up across reporting markets on 25 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹15,500 |
| 2 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 3 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 4 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 5 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 6 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 7 Andipatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 8 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 9 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 10 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 11 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 12 Kambam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lime.
A spread of ₹3,500 (29.2%) 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 Kambam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹9,000 and ₹16,000, with the average around ₹12,385. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹11,500 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹11,500 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
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
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
Net-net, Kambam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Lime rate on 25 Sep 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.