Turning to the 20 Oct 2026 APMC board, Lemon was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in Malerkotla APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Lemon today.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Lemon rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 4.6% above the period average and just 20.0% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Lemon rates across the markets that reported on 20 Oct 2026, so you can see where Malerkotla 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 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 4 Tiruppur (South) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 5 Thuraiyur RM APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 6 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 7 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 8 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 9 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 10 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 11 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 12 Kangayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
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.
The ₹3,500 (14.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at Malerkotla APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹7,648. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,400 | ₹9,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹7,600 | ₹8,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹8,000 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Malerkotla APMC posted this Lemon rate on 20 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.