Going by the latest APMC figures for 17 Oct 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹18,150 per quintal in Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
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₹19,000
- Lowest Price Today₹17,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹18,150
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Lemon rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 126.9% above the period average and just 9.3% 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 17 Oct 2026, so you can see where Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 Attayampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 5 KKNagar(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 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 ₹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 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,900 and ₹20,000, with the average around ₹8,000. 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 | ₹19,000 | ₹17,300 | ₹18,150 |
| 16 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹16,700 | ₹17,350 |
| 15 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹17,700 | ₹18,850 |
| 14 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹17,700 | ₹18,850 |
| 13 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹17,700 | ₹18,350 |
| 12 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹17,700 | ₹18,850 |
| 25 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹10,900 | ₹11,950 |
| 23 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹12,400 | ₹13,700 |
| 21 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹12,400 | ₹14,200 |
| 20 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹12,400 | ₹13,700 |
| 19 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹12,400 | ₹13,700 |
| 18 Sep | ₹17,300 | ₹17,300 | ₹17,300 |
| 17 Sep | ₹17,300 | ₹17,300 | ₹17,300 |
| 16 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹17,300 | ₹18,650 |
| 15 Sep | ₹13,200 | ₹13,200 | ₹13,200 |
| 14 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹11,100 | ₹12,550 |
| 13 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹11,100 | ₹12,550 |
| 12 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹11,100 | ₹12,550 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Lemon today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Oct 2026, Lemon traded at this rate in Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.