Across the reporting yards on 17 Oct 2026, Lime was quoted at ₹9,750 per quintal in Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. This is one of several Lime rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What's Behind Today's Lime Price
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₹9,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityLime (Lime)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 1.3% above the period average and just 2.5% 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
This table ranks Lime rates across active mandis for 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹25,000 |
| 2 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 3 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,500 |
| 4 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,500 |
| 5 Kambam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 6 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 7 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 8 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 9 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 10 Andipatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 11 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 12 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
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.
That ₹11,500 (85.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lime fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
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 ₹9,625. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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
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
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
Net-net, Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Lime rate on 17 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.