In the price report dated 23 Aug 2026, Lime was quoted at ₹11,750 per quintal in Kambam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Lime Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,500
- Lowest Price Today₹11,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityLime (Lime)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Lime about 11.3% below the period average, and just 26.6% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Lime rates across the markets that reported on 23 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kambam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹16,250 |
| 2 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹14,400 |
| 3 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 4 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 5 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 6 Andipatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,750 |
| 7 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 8 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 9 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,250 |
| 10 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 11 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 12 Kambam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lime.
That ₹4,500 (38.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lime fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Lime prices at Kambam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹10,000 and ₹16,000, with the average around ₹13,244. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹12,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,750 |
| 21 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹11,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,250 |
| 06 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹10,500 | ₹10,500 | ₹10,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 26 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Lime today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
The takeaway: Kambam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Lime at this level on 23 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.