As fresh arrivals settled on 24 Oct 2026, Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Lime, clocking the day's best rate at ₹21,000 per quintal. That figure outpaced every other yard reporting Lime, making it the day's standout.
01What's Behind Today's Lime Price
A market leading on price generally points to good-quality arrivals meeting keen buying interest.
- Highest Recorded Price₹22,000
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹21,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Oct 2026
- CommodityLime (Lime)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 38.4% above the period average and just 25.0% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Lime rates across the markets that reported on 24 Oct 2026, so you can see where Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹21,000 |
| 2 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 3 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 4 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 5 Andipatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,750 |
| 6 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,500 |
| 7 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,500 |
| 8 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,500 |
| 9 Singanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 10 Kambam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 11 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 12 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
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 ₹6,000 (40.0%) 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 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 ₹15,178. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 23 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 22 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 21 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 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 |
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 day's best Lime rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 24 Oct 2026, Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC set the pace for Lime. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.