Reading today's price tape for 01 Sep 2026, Lime was quoted at ₹13,250 per quintal in Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
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₹13,500
- Lowest Price Today₹13,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹13,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date01 Sep 2026
- CommodityLime (Lime)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Lime rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Lime is about 7.4% above the period average — just 5.4% 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 01 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹15,500 |
| 2 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 3 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 4 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 5 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 6 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 7 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 8 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,250 |
| 9 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 10 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 11 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 12 Sarvepalli APMC | ₹12,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
A spread of ₹3,500 (29.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Lime prices at Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹11,000 and ₹14,000, with the average around ₹12,339. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Nov | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 04 Nov | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 03 Nov | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 02 Nov | ₹13,500 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,250 |
| 01 Nov | ₹12,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,250 |
| 31 Oct | ₹12,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,250 |
| 30 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 29 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 28 Oct | ₹13,500 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,250 |
| 27 Oct | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 26 Oct | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 25 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 24 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 23 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 22 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 21 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 20 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹12,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,250 |
| 17 Oct | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
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
Before carting Lime to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
To wrap up, Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Lime rate on 01 Sep 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.