Pulling together the 24 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Lime was quoted at ₹12,500 per quintal in Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lime Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹14,000
- Lowest Price Today₹11,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityLime (Lime)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Lime rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Lime is about 7.0% below the period average, sitting just 39.0% 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
The table below lines up Lime rates across the markets that reported on 24 Aug 2026, so you can see where Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹23,500 |
| 2 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,500 |
| 3 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 4 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 5 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,250 |
| 6 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 7 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 8 Kambam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 9 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 10 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 11 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 12 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
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 ₹14,500 (161.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lime matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Lime prices at Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹20,500, with the average around ₹13,435. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹10,750 |
| 20 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 18 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹14,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹11,250 |
| 16 Aug | ₹11,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,250 |
| 15 Aug | ₹11,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,250 |
| 14 Aug | ₹11,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹10,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹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
Selling Lime well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Lime rate at Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 24 Aug 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.