In the day's wholesale-price digest for 21 Aug 2026, Lime was quoted at ₹10,500 per quintal in Pattambi Market APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lime Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹11,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityLime (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Lime is about 74.0% above the period average — just 12.5% 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 21 Aug 2026, so you can see where Pattambi Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹15,000 |
| 2 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 3 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 4 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 5 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 6 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 7 Kambam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 8 Andipatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 9 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 10 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 11 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 12 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lime.
A spread of ₹4,000 (36.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Lime prices at Pattambi Market APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹6,033. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 18 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 16 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
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
Going to the top Lime market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
To wrap up, Pattambi Market APMC logged this Lime rate on 21 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.