Checking the day's mandi numbers for 17 Oct 2026, Lime was quoted at ₹2,500 per quintal in Mehsana(Mehsana Veg) 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₹2,800
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityLime (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Lime rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Lime is about 27.3% below the period average — just 68.8% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Lime rates across the markets that reported on 17 Oct 2026, so you can see where Mehsana(Mehsana Veg) 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 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,500 |
| 4 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,500 |
| 5 Kambam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 6 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 7 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 8 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 9 Andipatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 10 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 11 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 12 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
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 ₹11,500 (85.2%) 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 Mehsana(Mehsana Veg) APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹3,440. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹1,300 | ₹2,250 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,600 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,300 |
| 13 Oct | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,600 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,550 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,530 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,800 |
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 headline Lime rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In short, Lime changed hands at this rate in Mehsana(Mehsana Veg) APMC on 17 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.