Checking the day's mandi numbers for 21 Sep 2026, Lime was quoted at ₹12,000 per quintal in Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹13,000
- Lowest Price Today₹11,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Sep 2026
- CommodityLime (Lime)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Lime rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Lime is about 13.1% below the period average, sitting just 29.4% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Lime rates across active mandis for 21 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Kolhapur APMC Leader | ₹20,000 |
| 2 Pune(Moshi) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 3 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 4 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 5 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 6 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 7 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 8 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 9 Binny Mill (FF&V) Bengaluru APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 10 APMC Chattrapati Sambhajinagar APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 11 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 12 Palanganatham(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.
That ₹8,500 (73.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lime fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
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 ₹13,806. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 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 |
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
Before carting Lime to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
All told, this is where Lime stood at Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 21 Sep 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.