Reading today's price tape for 16 Aug 2026, Lime was quoted at ₹15,500 per quintal in Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Lime yards.
01What's Behind Today's Lime Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,000
- Lowest Price Today₹15,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹15,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityLime (Lime)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 20.1% below the period average, sitting just 44.6% 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 16 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹16,250 |
| 2 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 3 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 4 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 5 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 6 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 7 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 8 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 9 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 10 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,250 |
| 11 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,900 |
| 12 Kambam(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.
At ₹4,750 (41.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lime matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Lime prices at Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹10,000 and ₹28,000, with the average around ₹19,393. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 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 |
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
The headline Lime rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Lime stood at Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 16 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.