In the day's wholesale-price digest for 12 Aug 2026, Lime was quoted at ₹4,000 per quintal in Gauribidanur APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What's Behind Today's Lime Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityLime (Lime)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Lime rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Lime is about 6.0% above the period average — just 11.1% 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
Here's how Lime rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹17,500 |
| 2 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 3 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 4 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 5 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,250 |
| 6 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 7 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 8 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 9 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,250 |
| 10 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 11 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 12 Andipatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹6,500 (59.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Lime prices at Gauribidanur APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹3,773. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 09 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 08 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 06 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 04 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 29 Jun | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 27 Jun | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
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
Before carting Lime to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Gauribidanur APMC logged this Lime rate on 12 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.