In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Oct 2026, Lime was quoted at ₹17,500 per quintal in Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Lime markets.
01What Put Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Lime arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹18,000
- Lowest Price Today₹17,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹17,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityLime (Lime)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 7.8% above the period average and just 27.1% 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
The table below lines up Lime rates across the markets that reported on 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹25,000 |
| 2 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 3 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,500 |
| 4 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,500 |
| 5 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,750 |
| 6 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 7 Kambam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 8 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 9 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 10 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 11 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 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.
The ₹12,000 (92.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Lime prices at Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹24,000, with the average around ₹16,228. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
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
For Lime, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Lime rate on 18 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.