Here's the 16 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Lime was quoted at ₹9,750 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.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lime Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityLime (Lime)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Lime is about 1.5% above the period average, sitting just 2.5% 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
The table below lines up Lime rates across the markets that reported on 16 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 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,500 |
| 2 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 3 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,500 |
| 4 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,500 |
| 5 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 6 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 7 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 8 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 9 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 10 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 11 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 12 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
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.
The ₹14,000 (103.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Lime prices at Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹9,000 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹9,607. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 16 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 15 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 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
For Lime, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Lime rate at Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 16 Oct 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.