In the mandi rate roundup for 14 Aug 2026, Lime was quoted at ₹14,000 per quintal in Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Lime Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹15,000
- Lowest Price Today₹13,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹14,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 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 14.0% below the period average and just 26.3% 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 14 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹17,500 |
| 2 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 3 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 4 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 5 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 6 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 7 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 8 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 9 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 10 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 11 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 12 Palanganatham(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.
That ₹6,000 (52.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lime fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Lime prices at Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹13,000 and ₹19,000, with the average around ₹16,277. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹17,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 26 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 14 Aug 2026, Lime traded at this rate in Palayamkottai(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.