In the mandi rate roundup for 18 Oct 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹14,350 per quintal in Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Lemon markets.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹15,000
- Lowest Price Today₹13,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹14,350
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Lemon about 73.1% above the period average, and just 10.3% 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
The table below lines up Lemon rates across the markets that reported on 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Mohanur(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 Attayampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 4 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 5 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 6 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 7 Palladam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 8 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 9 Kangayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 10 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 11 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 12 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lemon.
That ₹3,750 (15.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lemon fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,400 and ₹16,000, with the average around ₹8,288. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹13,700 | ₹14,350 |
| 17 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹13,700 | ₹14,350 |
| 16 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹13,700 | ₹14,350 |
| 15 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹14,800 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,400 |
| 23 Sep | ₹14,400 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,200 |
| 22 Sep | ₹14,800 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,400 |
| 21 Sep | ₹14,800 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,400 |
| 17 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,600 | ₹15,800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,400 | ₹15,700 |
| 14 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,200 | ₹10,600 |
| 10 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,600 | ₹9,300 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Lemon at this level on 18 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.