Pulling together the 19 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Lemon was quoted at ₹6,500 per quintal in Palitana APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Lemon is about 5.5% below the period average, sitting just 56.7% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Lemon rates across the markets that reported on 19 Oct 2026, so you can see where Palitana 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 | ₹27,500 |
| 2 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 3 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 4 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 5 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 6 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 7 Attayampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 8 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 9 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 10 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 11 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lemon.
That ₹3,500 (14.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lemon fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at Palitana APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹15,000, with the average around ₹6,877. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,250 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,250 |
| 12 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹10,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹13,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,750 |
| 01 Sep | ₹11,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹5,000 |
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 Lemon rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Lemon rate at Palitana APMC on 19 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.