As fresh arrivals settled on 24 Jul 2026, Lime was quoted at ₹15,000 per quintal in Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lime Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Lime arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,000
- Lowest Price Today₹14,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹15,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Jul 2026
- CommodityLime (Lime)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 1.5% below the period average and just 11.8% 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 24 Jul 2026, so you can see where Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹19,500 |
| 2 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 3 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,500 |
| 4 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,500 |
| 5 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 6 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 7 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 8 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 9 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 10 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 11 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 12 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lime.
The ₹5,000 (34.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Lime prices at Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹10,000 and ₹17,000, with the average around ₹15,234. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 26 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 19 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
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
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Lime rate on 24 Jul 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.