In the price report dated 21 Oct 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹19,750 per quintal in Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
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₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹19,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹19,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 98.6% above the period average and just 14.1% 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 21 Oct 2026, so you can see where Ponnamaravathi(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 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 3 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 4 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 5 Kangayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,750 |
| 6 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 7 Attayampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 8 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 9 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 10 Tiruppur (South) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 11 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 12 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹3,250 (13.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹23,000, with the average around ₹9,947. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 21 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹19,500 | ₹19,750 |
| 20 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹19,500 | ₹19,750 |
| 19 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹19,500 | ₹19,750 |
| 18 Sep | ₹23,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹23,000 | ₹22,500 | ₹22,750 |
| 16 Sep | ₹23,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹23,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹23,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹19,500 | ₹19,750 |
| 11 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹19,500 | ₹19,750 |
| 10 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹19,500 | ₹19,750 |
| 09 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,500 | ₹17,750 |
| 06 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,500 | ₹17,750 |
| 05 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,500 | ₹15,750 |
| 04 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹13,500 | ₹13,750 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC posted this Lemon rate on 21 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.