With the 17 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Lime was quoted at ₹12,500 per quintal in Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Lime arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹13,000
- Lowest Price Today₹12,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityLime (Lime)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 8.8% above the period average and just 3.8% 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
The table below lines up Lime rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Paramakudi(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 | ₹16,000 |
| 2 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 3 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 4 Andipatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,250 |
| 5 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 6 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 7 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 8 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 9 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,250 |
| 10 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 11 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 12 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lime.
The ₹4,750 (42.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Lime prices at Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹9,000 and ₹13,000, with the average around ₹11,493. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,800 | ₹11,900 |
| 15 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Lime today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Lime rate on 17 Aug 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.