Turning to the 30 Jul 2026 APMC board, Lime was quoted at ₹15,000 per quintal in Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,000
- Lowest Price Today₹14,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹15,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date30 Jul 2026
- CommodityLime (Lime)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Lime rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Lime about 8.2% above the period average, and just 11.8% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Lime rates across active mandis for 30 Jul 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹18,000 |
| 2 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,500 |
| 3 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 4 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,750 |
| 5 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 6 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 7 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 8 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 9 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 10 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 11 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 12 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹4,500 (33.3%) 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 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Lime prices at Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹10,000 and ₹17,000, with the average around ₹13,861. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 06 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 05 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
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
When picking where to sell Lime, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Lime was priced at this level in Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 30 Jul 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.