In the price report dated 19 Oct 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 Put Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,000
- Lowest Price Today₹15,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹15,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityLime (Lime)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 0.1% below the period average, and just 44.6% 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 19 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹23,000 |
| 2 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,500 |
| 3 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 4 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 5 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 6 Shimoga APMC | ₹17,500 |
| 7 Andipatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,250 |
| 8 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,750 |
| 9 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 10 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 11 Kambam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 12 Sivagangai (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.
A spread of ₹9,500 (70.4%) 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 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 ₹15,511. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 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 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Lime was priced at this level in Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 19 Oct 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.