In today's crop-price rundown for 31 Aug 2026, Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Lime, clocking the day's best rate at ₹15,000 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Lime.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lime Rate
A front-running rate rarely comes down to one lucky sale. More often it's a sign of healthy competition, with several buyers chasing the available lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,000
- Lowest Price Today₹14,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹15,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityLime (Lime)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Lime about 15.7% below the period average, and just 37.5% 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
This table ranks Lime rates across active mandis for 31 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹15,000 |
| 2 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 3 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 4 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 5 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,250 |
| 6 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 7 Andipatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,750 |
| 8 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 9 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 10 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 11 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 12 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lime.
That ₹3,500 (30.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lime fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Lime prices at Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹12,000 and ₹24,000, with the average around ₹17,787. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 30 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 28 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
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
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC was the market to beat for Lime on 31 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.