In today's crop-price rundown for 31 Aug 2026, Lime was quoted at ₹12,000 per quintal in Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Lime today.
01What Put Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹13,000
- Lowest Price Today₹11,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityLime (Lime)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Lime rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Lime about 16.6% below the period average, and just 29.4% 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
Here's how Lime rates stacked up across reporting markets on 31 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹15,000 |
| 2 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 3 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 4 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 5 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,250 |
| 6 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 7 Andipatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,750 |
| 8 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 9 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 10 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 11 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 12 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
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 ₹3,500 (30.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Lime prices at Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹10,000 and ₹17,000, with the average around ₹14,397. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 30 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 28 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 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 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Lime yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Lime at this level on 31 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.