Reading today's price tape for 16 Oct 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹14,600 per quintal in Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. See where this sits in the day's Lemon range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹14,600
- Lowest Price Today₹14,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹14,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 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.
Right now Lemon is about 44.6% above the period average — right at 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
Here's how Lemon rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,750 |
| 2 Attayampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 3 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 4 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 5 Palladam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 6 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 7 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 8 Piravam Market APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 9 A.Jattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,750 |
| 10 Kangayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 11 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 12 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹23,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lemon.
At ₹4,750 (20.7%), 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 Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,600 and ₹14,600, with the average around ₹10,096. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹14,600 | ₹14,600 | ₹14,600 |
| 16 Oct | ₹14,600 | ₹14,600 | ₹14,600 |
| 15 Oct | ₹14,600 | ₹14,600 | ₹14,600 |
| 14 Oct | ₹14,600 | ₹14,600 | ₹14,600 |
| 13 Oct | ₹14,600 | ₹14,600 | ₹14,600 |
| 12 Oct | ₹14,600 | ₹14,600 | ₹14,600 |
| 25 Sep | ₹14,600 | ₹14,600 | ₹14,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹14,600 | ₹14,600 | ₹14,600 |
| 23 Sep | ₹14,600 | ₹14,600 | ₹14,600 |
| 22 Sep | ₹14,600 | ₹14,600 | ₹14,600 |
| 21 Sep | ₹14,600 | ₹14,600 | ₹14,600 |
| 20 Sep | ₹14,600 | ₹14,600 | ₹14,600 |
| 19 Sep | ₹14,600 | ₹14,600 | ₹14,600 |
| 18 Sep | ₹14,600 | ₹14,600 | ₹14,600 |
| 17 Sep | ₹14,600 | ₹14,600 | ₹14,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹14,600 | ₹14,600 | ₹14,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹14,600 | ₹14,600 | ₹14,600 |
| 14 Sep | ₹14,600 | ₹14,600 | ₹14,600 |
| 13 Sep | ₹14,600 | ₹14,600 | ₹14,600 |
| 12 Sep | ₹14,600 | ₹14,600 | ₹14,600 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Pattukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Lemon rate on 16 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.