In the latest market update for 24 Aug 2026, Lime was quoted at ₹18,500 per quintal in Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What's Behind Today's Lime Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹19,000
- Lowest Price Today₹18,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹18,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 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.
At this level, Lime is about 7.7% above the period average, sitting just 31.5% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Lime rates stacked up across reporting markets on 24 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹23,500 |
| 2 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,500 |
| 3 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 4 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 5 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,250 |
| 6 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 7 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 8 Kambam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 9 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 10 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 11 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 12 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
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.
That ₹14,500 (161.1%) 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 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹11,000 and ₹27,000, with the average around ₹17,183. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹16,500 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,250 |
| 22 Aug | ₹13,500 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,250 |
| 21 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹16,500 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,250 |
| 15 Aug | ₹16,500 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,250 |
| 14 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹14,500 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,250 |
| 11 Aug | ₹16,500 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,250 |
| 10 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹15,500 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,250 |
| 08 Aug | ₹16,500 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,250 |
| 07 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹17,500 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,250 |
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
For Lime, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Lime stood at Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 24 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.