In the latest market update for 02 Aug 2026, Lime was quoted at ₹15,000 per quintal in Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lime Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,000
- Lowest Price Today₹14,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹15,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date02 Aug 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 28.5% below the period average — just 46.4% 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 02 Aug 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 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹17,150 |
| 2 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 3 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 4 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 5 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 6 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 7 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,250 |
| 8 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 9 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 10 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 11 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 12 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
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 ₹3,650 (27.0%) 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 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹14,000 and ₹28,000, with the average around ₹20,989. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 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 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Lime rate on 02 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.