Looking at how the yards traded on 18 Sep 2026, Lime was quoted at ₹1,750 per quintal in Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lime Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 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.
At this level, Lime is about 1.0% below the period average, sitting just 41.7% 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 18 Sep 2026, so you can see where Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pattambi Market APMC Leader | ₹21,000 |
| 2 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 3 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,500 |
| 4 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 5 Pune(Moshi) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 6 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 7 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 8 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,250 |
| 9 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 10 Binny Mill (FF&V) Bengaluru APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 11 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 12 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹8,000 (61.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Lime prices at Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹1,768. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 06 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 04 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 01 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 30 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
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
When picking where to sell Lime, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at 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
To sum up, this was the Lime rate at Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 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.