In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Oct 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹15,000 per quintal in Panruti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹15,000
- Lowest Price Today₹15,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹15,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Lemon is about 74.4% above the period average — just 6.3% 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
Here's how Lemon rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,750 |
| 2 A.Jattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 3 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 4 Attayampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 5 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 6 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 7 Palladam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 8 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 9 Kangayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 10 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 11 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(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 ₹3,750 (15.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Panruti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹16,000, with the average around ₹8,600. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
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 day's best Lemon rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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 short, Lemon changed hands at this rate in Panruti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.