Reading today's price tape for 18 Oct 2026, Lime was quoted at ₹15,000 per quintal in Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Lime Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹15,000
- Lowest Price Today₹15,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹15,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityLime (Lime)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Lime is about 17.3% above the period average — just 31.8% 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 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,500 |
| 5 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,750 |
| 6 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 7 Kambam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 8 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 9 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 10 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 11 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 12 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lime.
The ₹12,000 (92.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Lime prices at Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹9,000 and ₹22,000, with the average around ₹12,787. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 18 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹17,500 | ₹17,500 | ₹17,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹14,500 | ₹14,500 | ₹14,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹10,500 | ₹10,500 | ₹10,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 19 Sep | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 18 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
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
The headline Lime rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Chinnamanur(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.