As fresh arrivals settled on 26 Aug 2026, Lime was quoted at ₹5,500 per quintal in HINGNA - APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put HINGNA - APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Aug 2026
- CommodityLime (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 34.6% above the period average and just 31.3% 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
The table below lines up Lime rates across the markets that reported on 26 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 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹17,500 |
| 2 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 3 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 4 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 5 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,250 |
| 6 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 7 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 8 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 9 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 10 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 11 Kambam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 12 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lime.
At ₹6,000 (52.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lime matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
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 ₹4,086. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 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 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, HINGNA - APMC posted this Lime rate on 26 Aug 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.