Going by the latest APMC figures for 01 Sep 2026, Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Lime, clocking the day's best rate at ₹15,500 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lime Rate
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,000
- Lowest Price Today₹15,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹15,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date01 Sep 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.
Today's rate is about 12.7% below the period average and just 35.4% 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 01 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹15,500 |
| 2 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 3 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 4 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 5 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 6 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 7 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 8 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,250 |
| 9 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 10 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 11 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 12 Kambam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,000 |
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 ₹3,500 (29.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lime matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
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 ₹17,757. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 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 |
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
Farmers comparing Lime rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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 01 Sep 2026, Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC set the pace for Lime. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.