In the price report dated 12 Aug 2026, Lime was quoted at ₹2,000 per quintal in Nakrekal APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Lime today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lime Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityLime (Lime)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Lime rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 54.9% above the period average and just 66.7% 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 12 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹17,500 |
| 2 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 3 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 4 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,250 |
| 5 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 6 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 7 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 8 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,250 |
| 9 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 10 Andipatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 11 Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 12 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹7,000 (66.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lime fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Lime prices at Nakrekal APMC ranged between ₹100 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹1,291. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹500 | ₹2,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹500 | ₹2,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹500 | ₹2,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹500 | ₹1,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹500 | ₹1,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹100 | ₹300 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹500 | ₹1,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,750 | ₹500 | ₹1,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹500 | ₹1,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹500 | ₹1,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹500 | ₹1,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹500 | ₹1,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹500 | ₹1,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹3,750 | ₹500 | ₹1,000 |
| 15 Jul | ₹3,750 | ₹500 | ₹1,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹3,750 | ₹500 | ₹1,000 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Nakrekal APMC posted this Lime rate on 12 Aug 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.