Looking at how the yards traded on 16 Oct 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹18,500 per quintal in Theni(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
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Lemon arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹19,000
- Lowest Price Today₹18,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹18,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 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.
At this level, Lemon is about 73.2% above the period average, sitting just 22.9% short of 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
The table below lines up Lemon rates across the markets that reported on 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Theni(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 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 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 11 Kangayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 12 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹24,000, with the average around ₹10,683. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹23,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹23,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹23,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,500 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Lemon stood at Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 16 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.