Looking at how the yards traded on 05 Jul 2026, Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Lime, clocking the day's best rate at ₹27,000 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lime Rate
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹28,000
- Lowest Price Today₹26,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹27,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Jul 2026
- CommodityLime (Lime)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Lime is about 27.0% above the period average — just 3.6% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Lime rates across the markets that reported on 05 Jul 2026, so you can see where Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,000 |
| 2 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 3 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,750 |
| 4 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 5 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 6 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,250 |
| 7 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,500 |
| 8 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,500 |
| 9 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,500 |
| 10 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 11 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 12 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹11,000 (68.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Lime prices at Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹14,000 and ₹28,000, with the average around ₹21,261. 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 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 26 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 19 Jul | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 15 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 14 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 13 Jul | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,500 |
| 11 Jul | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
In short, Lime found its strongest bid at Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 05 Jul 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.