Turning to the 15 Oct 2026 APMC board, Lemon was quoted at ₹9,500 per quintal in Shahabad APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Lemon rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Lemon about 31.7% above the period average, and just 52.5% 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
Here's how Lemon rates stacked up across reporting markets on 15 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,750 |
| 2 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 3 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 4 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 5 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 6 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 7 Palladam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 8 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 9 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 10 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 11 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 12 Piravam Market APMC | ₹23,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lemon.
At ₹4,750 (20.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lemon matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Shahabad APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹20,000, with the average around ₹7,216. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹19,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹19,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹10,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹18,200 |
| 22 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,700 |
| 18 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,500 |
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 headline Lemon rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Shahabad APMC reported Lemon at this level on 15 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.