As the 17 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Lemon was quoted at ₹15,600 per quintal in Palakkad Market APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Lemon yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,000
- Lowest Price Today₹15,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹15,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Lemon about 29.5% above the period average, and just 44.3% 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 17 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 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 5 Attayampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 6 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 7 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 8 Palladam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 9 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 10 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 11 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 12 Vadaseri RM 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.
That ₹4,750 (20.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lemon fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Palakkad Market APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹28,000, with the average around ₹12,042. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,600 |
| 16 Oct | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,600 |
| 15 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,600 |
| 14 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,600 |
| 13 Oct | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,600 |
| 12 Oct | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹23,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,600 |
| 23 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,600 |
| 22 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,600 |
| 19 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,100 |
| 18 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,600 |
| 17 Sep | ₹23,000 | ₹21,500 | ₹22,300 |
| 16 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,600 |
| 14 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,100 |
| 12 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,600 |
| 11 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,600 |
| 10 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,600 |
| 09 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,600 |
| 08 Sep | ₹23,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,600 |
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
In a nutshell, Lemon was priced at this level in Palakkad Market APMC on 17 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.