As fresh arrivals settled on 23 Oct 2026, Lime was quoted at ₹21,000 per quintal in Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Lime Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹22,000
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹21,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Oct 2026
- CommodityLime (Lime)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 42.3% above the period average and just 19.2% 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
Here's how Lime rates stacked up across reporting markets on 23 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,500 |
| 2 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,500 |
| 3 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,000 |
| 4 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,000 |
| 5 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 6 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 7 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,500 |
| 8 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,250 |
| 9 Andipatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,250 |
| 10 Shimoga APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 11 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 12 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹15,500 |
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.
That ₹12,000 (77.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lime fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Lime prices at Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹26,000, with the average around ₹14,756. 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 | ₹20,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 23 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 22 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 21 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 20 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 18 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
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
For Lime, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
Net-net, Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Lime rate on 23 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.