Going by the latest APMC figures for 28 Oct 2026, Lime was quoted at ₹4,500 per quintal in Gauribidanur APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lime Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Oct 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.
This puts Lime about 11.9% above the period average, and just 10.0% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Lime rates across the markets that reported on 28 Oct 2026, so you can see where Gauribidanur 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 | ₹21,500 |
| 2 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 3 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 4 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 5 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 6 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 7 Shimoga APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 8 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 9 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 10 Kambam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 11 Andipatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 12 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lime.
That ₹6,500 (43.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lime fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Lime prices at Gauribidanur APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹4,021. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 23 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 22 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 05 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
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
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Gauribidanur APMC reported Lime at this level on 28 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.