With the 20 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Lime was quoted at ₹15,000 per quintal in Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lime Rate
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₹16,000
- Lowest Price Today₹14,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹15,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityLime (Lime)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Lime rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 4.4% below the period average and just 21.1% 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
Here's how Lime rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹23,000 |
| 2 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 3 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,500 |
| 4 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,500 |
| 5 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 6 Andipatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 7 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 8 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 9 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,250 |
| 10 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 11 Kambam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 12 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
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.
At ₹9,000 (64.3%), 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 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹12,000 and ₹19,000, with the average around ₹15,689. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 18 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹17,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹17,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹17,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹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
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 20 Oct 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.