With the 18 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Lemon was quoted at ₹20,000 per quintal in Bodinayakanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹20,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
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 66.5% above the period average, and just 20.0% 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
Here's how Lemon rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 5 Attayampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 6 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 7 Kangayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 8 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 9 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 10 Palladam(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
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 ₹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 Bodinayakanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,600 and ₹25,000, with the average around ₹12,011. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹23,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
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
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Lemon was priced at this level in Bodinayakanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.