With the 18 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Lime, clocking the day's best rate at ₹25,000 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01What Put Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹26,000
- Lowest Price Today₹24,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹25,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityLime (Lime)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Lime about 59.9% above the period average, and just 10.7% 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
This table ranks Lime rates across active mandis for 18 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹25,000 |
| 2 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 3 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,500 |
| 4 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,500 |
| 5 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,750 |
| 6 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 7 Kambam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 8 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 9 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 10 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 11 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 12 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lime.
At ₹12,000 (92.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lime matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Lime prices at Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹28,000, with the average around ₹15,633. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 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 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Lime today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
The takeaway: Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC was the market to beat for Lime on 18 Oct 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.