Looking at how the yards traded on 20 Oct 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹12,000 per quintal in Vazhapadi(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₹12,000
- Lowest Price Today₹12,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Lemon rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Lemon is about 64.1% above the period average, sitting right at the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Lemon rates across active mandis for 20 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,500 |
| 2 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 3 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 4 Tiruppur (South) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 5 Thuraiyur RM APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 6 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 7 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 8 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 9 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 10 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 11 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 12 Kangayam(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.
That ₹3,500 (14.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lemon fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹7,314. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 18 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
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
When picking where to sell Lemon, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Lemon rate at Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC on 20 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.