Looking at how the yards traded on 18 Sep 2026, Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Lime, clocking the day's best rate at ₹19,500 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01What's Behind Today's Lime Price
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹19,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹19,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityLime (Lime)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Lime is about 16.9% above the period average — just 30.4% 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
Here's how Lime rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹19,500 |
| 2 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,500 |
| 3 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 4 Pune(Moshi) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 5 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 6 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 7 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,250 |
| 8 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 9 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 10 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 11 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 12 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
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 ₹6,500 (50.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Lime prices at Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹28,000, with the average around ₹16,678. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 06 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 30 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In short, Lime found its strongest bid at Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 Sep 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.