In the mandi rate roundup for 16 Oct 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹9,800 per quintal in Himatnagar(Veg.Market Himatnagar) APMC. This is one of several Lemon rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
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₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Lemon about 54.2% above the period average, and just 21.6% 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
The table below lines up Lemon rates across the markets that reported on 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Himatnagar(Veg.Market Himatnagar) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,750 |
| 2 Attayampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 3 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 4 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 5 Palladam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 6 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 7 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 8 Piravam Market APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 9 A.Jattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,750 |
| 10 Kangayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 11 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 12 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹23,000 |
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 ₹4,750 (20.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at Himatnagar(Veg.Market Himatnagar) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹12,500, with the average around ₹6,355. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,800 |
| 15 Oct | ₹10,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,300 |
| 14 Oct | ₹10,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,300 |
| 13 Oct | ₹10,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,350 |
| 12 Oct | ₹10,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,300 |
| 25 Sep | ₹12,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,260 |
| 24 Sep | ₹12,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,350 |
| 23 Sep | ₹12,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,300 |
| 22 Sep | ₹12,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,300 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,400 | ₹6,050 | ₹8,400 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹5,600 | ₹7,800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹5,560 | ₹6,900 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,400 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,280 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,380 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,360 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Lemon today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
The takeaway: Himatnagar(Veg.Market Himatnagar) APMC reported Lemon at this level on 16 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.