In the day's wholesale-price digest for 16 Aug 2026, Lime was quoted at ₹4,600 per quintal in Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lime Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,600
- Lowest Price Today₹4,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityLime (Lime)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 59.8% below the period average, sitting just 80.8% 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 Aug 2026, so you can see where Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹16,250 |
| 2 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 3 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 4 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 5 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 6 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 7 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 8 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 9 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 10 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,250 |
| 11 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,900 |
| 12 Kambam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
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.
At ₹4,750 (41.3%), 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 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹24,000, with the average around ₹11,447. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,300 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 02 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 26 Jul | ₹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
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Lime stood at Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 16 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.