Checking the day's mandi numbers for 18 Aug 2026, Lime was quoted at ₹11,500 per quintal in Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Lime Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹13,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityLime (Lime)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Lime rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Lime is about 23.2% below the period average — just 32.4% 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 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹15,500 |
| 2 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 3 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,750 |
| 4 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 5 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 6 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 7 Andipatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 8 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 9 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,250 |
| 10 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 11 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 12 Mettupalayam(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.
The ₹4,000 (34.8%) 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 ₹14,967. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 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 |
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
The day's best Lime rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In short, Lime changed hands at this rate in Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.