Looking at how the yards traded on 15 Oct 2026, Lime was quoted at ₹14,000 per quintal in Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Lime Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹15,000
- Lowest Price Today₹13,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹14,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityLime (Lime)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Lime is about 2.7% above the period average — just 17.6% 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
This table ranks Lime rates across active mandis for 15 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹23,500 |
| 2 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 3 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 4 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 5 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 6 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 7 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 8 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,750 |
| 9 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 10 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 11 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 12 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
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.
At ₹10,000 (74.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lime matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
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 ₹13,628. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 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 |
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
When picking where to sell Lime, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Lime changed hands at this rate in Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 15 Oct 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.