In the mandi rate roundup for 24 Sep 2026, Lime was quoted at ₹13,000 per quintal in Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Lime yards.
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₹14,000
- Lowest Price Today₹12,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹13,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Sep 2026
- CommodityLime (Lime)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Lime about 5.4% below the period average, and just 23.5% 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 24 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pattambi Market APMC Leader | ₹19,000 |
| 2 Pune(Moshi) APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 3 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 4 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 5 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 6 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,250 |
| 7 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 8 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 9 Andipatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,250 |
| 10 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 11 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,750 |
| 12 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
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 ₹6,500 (52.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lime fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
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 ₹13,739. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 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 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Lime, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Lime was priced at this level in Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 24 Sep 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.