Going by the latest APMC figures for 17 Oct 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹17,500 per quintal in Sooramangalam(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 single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹18,000
- Lowest Price Today₹17,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹17,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 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.
Today's rate is about 58.1% above the period average and just 2.8% 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
Here's how Lemon rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 12 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.
A spread of ₹4,750 (20.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹18,000, with the average around ₹11,069. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹17,500 | ₹17,750 |
| 12 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,500 | ₹17,750 |
| 21 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
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
Before carting Lemon to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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, Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Lemon rate on 17 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.