Across the reporting yards on 12 Oct 2026, Lime was quoted at ₹12,500 per quintal in Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. This is one of several Lime rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What's Behind Today's Lime Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹13,000
- Lowest Price Today₹12,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityLime (Lime)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 0.4% below the period average and just 10.7% 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
The table below lines up Lime rates across the markets that reported on 12 Oct 2026, so you can see where Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 APMC Kolhapur APMC Leader | ₹17,500 |
| 2 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 3 Andipatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,750 |
| 4 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 5 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 6 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 7 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 8 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 9 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 10 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 11 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 12 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
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.
At ₹4,000 (29.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lime matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Lime prices at Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹11,000 and ₹14,000, with the average around ₹12,556. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹13,500 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,250 |
| 08 Sep | ₹13,500 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,250 |
| 07 Sep | ₹13,500 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,250 |
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
When picking where to sell Lime, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
Bottom line: on 12 Oct 2026, Lime traded at this rate in Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.