In the day's wholesale-price digest for 19 Aug 2026, Lime was quoted at ₹12,250 per quintal in Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Lime today.
01What's Behind Today's Lime Price
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₹12,500
- Lowest Price Today₹12,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityLime (Lime)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Lime is about 2.0% below the period average, sitting just 9.3% 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
This table ranks Lime rates across active mandis for 19 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹15,000 |
| 2 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 3 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 4 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 5 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,250 |
| 6 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 7 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 8 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 9 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 10 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 11 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 12 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lime.
At ₹4,500 (42.9%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lime matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Lime prices at Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹10,000 and ₹13,500, with the average around ₹12,496. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹12,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,250 |
| 18 Aug | ₹12,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,250 |
| 17 Aug | ₹12,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,250 |
| 16 Aug | ₹12,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,250 |
| 15 Aug | ₹12,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,250 |
| 14 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹12,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,250 |
| 11 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,750 |
| 08 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹12,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,250 |
| 06 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹12,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,250 |
| 04 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,750 |
| 02 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 01 Aug | ₹12,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,250 |
| 31 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
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Lime stood at Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 19 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.