In the mandi rate roundup for 15 Aug 2026, Lime was quoted at ₹10,500 per quintal in Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
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₹11,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Aug 2026
- CommodityLime (Lime)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-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 9.8% below the period average and just 38.2% 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
This table ranks Lime rates across active mandis for 15 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹17,500 |
| 2 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,250 |
| 3 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 4 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 5 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 6 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 7 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 8 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 9 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 10 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,250 |
| 11 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 12 Kambam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
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.
The ₹6,000 (52.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Lime prices at Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹17,000, with the average around ₹11,642. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹17,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹17,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 15 Aug 2026, Lime traded at this rate in Udhagamandalam(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.