With the 22 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Lime, clocking the day's best rate at ₹13,000 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Lime.
01What Put Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹14,000
- Lowest Price Today₹12,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹13,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Aug 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.
Today's rate is about 13.5% below the period average and just 27.8% 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
The table below lines up Lime rates across the markets that reported on 22 Aug 2026, so you can see where Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹13,000 |
| 2 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 3 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 4 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 5 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 7 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 8 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 9 Tindivanam APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹3,800 |
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 ₹9,200 (242.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lime matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Lime prices at Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹10,000 and ₹18,000, with the average around ₹15,023. 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 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,000 |
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
Going to the top Lime market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 22 Aug 2026, Dindigul(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.