In the day's wholesale-price digest for 24 Aug 2026, Lime was quoted at ₹5,400 per quintal in HINGNA - APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lime Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityLime (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Lime rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Lime is about 34.3% above the period average — just 32.5% 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 24 Aug 2026, so you can see where HINGNA - APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹23,500 |
| 2 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,500 |
| 3 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 4 Andipatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 5 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 6 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,250 |
| 7 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 8 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 9 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 10 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 11 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 12 Kambam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lime.
That ₹11,500 (95.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lime fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Lime prices at HINGNA - APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹4,022. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 21 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹5,100 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹4,342 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹4,062 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,333 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,700 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,657 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,447 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,254 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,428 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,900 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,357 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,944 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,667 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,607 |
| 25 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Lime today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
To wrap up, HINGNA - APMC logged this Lime rate on 24 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.