Pulling together the 18 Oct 2026 mandi readings, 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.
01What Put Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,000
- Lowest Price Today₹11,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityLime (Lime)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Lime is about 0.3% below the period average — just 17.9% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Lime rates across active mandis for 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹25,000 |
| 2 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 3 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,500 |
| 4 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,750 |
| 5 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 6 Kambam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 7 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 8 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 9 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 10 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 11 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 12 Paramakudi(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.
That ₹13,500 (117.4%) 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 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Lime prices at Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹10,000 and ₹14,000, with the average around ₹11,538. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹12,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,250 |
| 15 Oct | ₹12,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,250 |
| 14 Oct | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹12,800 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,150 |
| 25 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹12,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,250 |
| 23 Sep | ₹12,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,250 |
| 22 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Lime rate on 18 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.