In the latest market update for 18 Sep 2026, Pattambi Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Lime, clocking the day's best rate at ₹21,000 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Lime.
01What's Behind Today's Lime Price
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹22,000
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹21,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityLime (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Lime is about 115.3% above the period average, sitting just 12.5% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Lime rates across active mandis for 18 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pattambi Market APMC Leader | ₹21,000 |
| 2 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 3 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,500 |
| 4 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 5 Pune(Moshi) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 6 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 7 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 8 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,250 |
| 9 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 10 Hunsur APMC | ₹14,875 |
| 11 Binny Mill (FF&V) Bengaluru APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 12 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹8,000 (61.5%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Lime prices at Pattambi Market APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹24,000, with the average around ₹9,754. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 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 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Pattambi Market APMC led Lime on 18 Sep 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.