Here's the 12 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Lemon was quoted at ₹13,500 per quintal in SMY Nagrota Bagwan APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What Put SMY Nagrota Bagwan APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹14,000
- Lowest Price Today₹13,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹13,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Lemon rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Lemon is about 54.1% above the period average — just 20.6% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Lemon rates across active mandis for 12 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹26,500 |
| 2 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 3 Udumalpet APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 4 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 5 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 6 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,950 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,750 |
| 8 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,750 |
| 9 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 10 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 11 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 12 Palladam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
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.
At ₹2,000 (8.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lemon matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at SMY Nagrota Bagwan APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹17,000, with the average around ₹8,758. 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 Oct | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹16,500 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,200 |
| 21 Sep | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 05 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹11,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,800 |
| 21 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,800 |
| 19 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,200 |
| 17 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Lemon, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
To wrap up, SMY Nagrota Bagwan APMC logged this Lemon rate on 12 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.