From today's trading desk on 18 Oct 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹18,250 per quintal in Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Lemon today.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹16,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹18,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Lemon is about 26.5% above the period average — just 43.8% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
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 Devakottai (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 A.Jattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 3 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 4 Attayampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 5 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 6 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 7 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 8 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 9 Palladam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 10 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 11 Kangayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 12 Periyar Nagar(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.
A spread of ₹3,750 (15.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹32,500, with the average around ₹14,428. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹16,500 | ₹18,250 |
| 17 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹16,500 | ₹18,250 |
| 16 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹16,500 | ₹18,250 |
| 15 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹22,400 | ₹20,400 | ₹21,400 |
| 13 Oct | ₹26,200 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,600 |
| 12 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹25,500 | ₹26,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹32,500 | ₹30,000 | ₹31,250 |
| 20 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹26,600 | ₹27,300 |
| 19 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹26,400 | ₹27,200 |
| 18 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹28,200 | ₹26,200 | ₹27,200 |
| 16 Sep | ₹28,200 | ₹26,200 | ₹27,200 |
| 15 Sep | ₹26,200 | ₹22,200 | ₹24,200 |
| 14 Sep | ₹26,200 | ₹22,200 | ₹24,200 |
| 13 Sep | ₹26,200 | ₹22,200 | ₹24,200 |
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
Going to the top Lemon market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Lemon rate on 18 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.