As fresh arrivals settled on 21 Aug 2026, Lime was quoted at ₹11,500 per quintal in Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Lime Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,000
- Lowest Price Today₹11,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityLime (Lime)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 0.2% above the period average and just 11.5% 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 21 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹15,000 |
| 2 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 3 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 4 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 5 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 6 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 7 Kambam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 8 Andipatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 9 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 10 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 11 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 12 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lime.
That ₹4,000 (36.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lime fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
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 ₹11,477. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 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 |
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
Going to the top Lime market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Lime rate on 21 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.