In the day's wholesale-price digest for 26 Oct 2026, Lime was quoted at ₹16,500 per quintal in Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Lime markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lime Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹17,000
- Lowest Price Today₹16,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹16,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Oct 2026
- CommodityLime (Lime)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Lime is about 3.2% above the period average — just 25.0% 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 26 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹23,500 |
| 2 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,500 |
| 3 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,000 |
| 4 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 5 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 6 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,500 |
| 7 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 8 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 9 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 10 Kambam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 11 Andipatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,750 |
| 12 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹9,000 (62.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lime fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Lime prices at Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹12,000 and ₹22,000, with the average around ₹15,983. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Oct | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 25 Oct | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 24 Oct | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 22 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 21 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 20 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Lime yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Lime rate on 26 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.