Across the reporting yards on 25 Aug 2026, Lime was quoted at ₹11,500 per quintal in Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lime Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,000
- Lowest Price Today₹11,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date25 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.
This puts Lime about 37.4% below the period average, and just 58.9% 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
Here's how Lime rates stacked up across reporting markets on 25 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹14,500 |
| 2 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 3 Andipatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 4 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,250 |
| 5 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 6 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 7 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 8 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 9 Kambam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 10 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 11 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 12 Mettupalayam(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.
A spread of ₹3,000 (26.1%) 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 ₹8,000 and ₹28,000, with the average around ₹18,382. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 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 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Lime was priced at this level in Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 25 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.