Across the reporting yards on 20 Sep 2026, Lime was quoted at ₹14,000 per quintal in Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Lime yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lime Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹15,000
- Lowest Price Today₹13,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹14,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Sep 2026
- CommodityLime (Lime)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 1.0% above the period average and just 17.6% 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
Here's how Lime rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pune(Moshi) APMC Leader | ₹19,000 |
| 2 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 3 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 4 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 5 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 6 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 7 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 8 APMC Chattrapati Sambhajinagar APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 9 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 10 Sarvepalli APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 11 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 12 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,250 |
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.
The ₹6,750 (55.1%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
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. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 20 Sep 2026, Lime traded at this rate in Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.