With the 04 Aug 2026 auctions now in, RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Lime, clocking the day's best rate at ₹17,150 per quintal. It edged out every other market that reported Lime today, setting the tone for the session.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lime Rate
A market leading on price generally points to good-quality arrivals meeting keen buying interest.
- Highest Recorded Price₹17,800
- Lowest Price Today₹16,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹17,150
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date04 Aug 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.
Today's rate is about 4.4% above the period average and just 3.7% 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 04 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹17,150 |
| 2 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 3 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 4 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 5 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 6 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 7 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 8 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 9 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 10 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,750 |
| 11 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 12 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lime.
At ₹5,400 (46.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lime matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Lime prices at RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹15,000 and ₹17,800, with the average around ₹16,433. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹17,800 | ₹16,500 | ₹17,150 |
| 03 Aug | ₹17,800 | ₹16,500 | ₹17,150 |
| 02 Aug | ₹17,800 | ₹16,500 | ₹17,150 |
| 01 Aug | ₹17,500 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹17,500 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹17,500 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,750 |
| 29 Jul | ₹17,500 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,750 |
| 28 Jul | ₹17,500 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,750 |
| 19 Jun | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 18 Jun | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 17 Jun | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
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
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 04 Aug 2026, RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC set the pace for Lime. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.