In today's crop-price rundown for 25 Aug 2026, Lime was quoted at ₹11,500 per quintal in Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. See where this sits in the day's Lime range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lime Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,000
- Lowest Price Today₹11,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date25 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.
This puts Lime about 0.2% above the period average, and just 11.5% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Lime rates stacked up across reporting markets on 25 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹14,500 |
| 2 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 3 Andipatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 4 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,250 |
| 5 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 6 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 7 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 8 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 9 Kambam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 10 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 11 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 12 Mettupalayam(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.
The ₹3,000 (26.1%) 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 ₹11,478. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 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 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Lime yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Lime at this level on 25 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.