Going by the latest APMC figures for 28 Oct 2026, Lime was quoted at ₹16,500 per quintal in Shimoga APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Lime yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What Put Shimoga APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹18,000
- Lowest Price Today₹15,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹16,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Oct 2026
- CommodityLime (Lime)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Lime rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 91.5% above the period average and just 17.5% 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
This table ranks Lime rates across active mandis for 28 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹6,500 (43.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
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 ₹8,614. 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 | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 27 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 23 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 22 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 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 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Shimoga APMC posted this Lime rate on 28 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.