With the 19 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Lemon was quoted at ₹18,250 per quintal in Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹16,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹18,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Lemon about 24.1% above the period average, and just 43.8% 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
This table ranks Lemon rates across active mandis for 19 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,500 |
| 2 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 3 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 4 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 5 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 6 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 7 Attayampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 8 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 9 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 10 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 11 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
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.
At ₹3,500 (14.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lemon matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹32,500, with the average around ₹14,707. 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 | ₹20,500 | ₹16,400 | ₹18,450 |
| 19 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹16,500 | ₹18,250 |
| 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 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Lemon, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Lemon at this level on 19 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.