Checking the day's mandi numbers for 20 Sep 2026, Lime was quoted at ₹11,500 per quintal in Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Lime Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹13,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Sep 2026
- CommodityLime (Lime)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Lime rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Lime is about 7.9% below the period average, sitting just 23.3% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Lime rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pune(Moshi) APMC Leader | ₹19,000 |
| 2 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 3 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 4 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 5 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 6 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 7 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 8 APMC Chattrapati Sambhajinagar APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 9 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 10 Sarvepalli APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 11 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 12 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,250 |
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 ₹6,750 (55.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lime matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Lime prices at Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹10,000 and ₹15,000, with the average around ₹12,480. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 06 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,000 |
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
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Lime rate at Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 20 Sep 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.