In today's crop-price rundown for 19 Oct 2026, Lime was quoted at ₹17,500 per quintal in Shimoga APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Shimoga APMC on Top Today
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹15,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹17,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityLime (Lime)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 123.6% above the period average and just 12.5% 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
Here's how Lime rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹23,000 |
| 2 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,500 |
| 3 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 4 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 5 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 6 Shimoga APMC | ₹17,500 |
| 7 Andipatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,250 |
| 8 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,750 |
| 9 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 10 Kambam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 11 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 12 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lime.
At ₹9,500 (70.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lime matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Lime prices at Shimoga APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹20,000, with the average around ₹7,825. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 28 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Lime, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
Net-net, Shimoga APMC posted this Lime rate on 19 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.