In the mandi rate roundup for 14 Oct 2026, Lime was quoted at ₹9,500 per quintal in Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Oct 2026
- CommodityLime (Lime)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Lime rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Lime about 0.9% below the period average, and just 5.0% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Lime rates across the markets that reported on 14 Oct 2026, so you can see where Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹23,500 |
| 2 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 3 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 4 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 5 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 6 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 7 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 8 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 9 Andipatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 10 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 11 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 12 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹10,500 (80.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
053-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 3 days, Lime prices at Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹9,000 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹9,583. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 12 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
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
Selling Lime well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Lime at this level on 14 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.