In the latest market update for 23 Sep 2026, Pattambi Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Lime, clocking the day's best rate at ₹19,000 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01What Put Pattambi Market APMC on Top Today
A market leading on price generally points to good-quality arrivals meeting keen buying interest.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹18,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹19,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 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.
Right now Lime is about 87.5% above the period average — just 20.8% 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
Here's how Lime rates stacked up across reporting markets on 23 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pattambi Market APMC Leader | ₹19,000 |
| 2 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 3 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 4 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 5 Andipatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 6 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 7 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 8 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 9 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,250 |
| 10 Kambam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 11 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 12 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
That ₹7,000 (58.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lime fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
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 ₹10,133. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 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 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
In short, Lime found its strongest bid at Pattambi Market APMC on 23 Sep 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.