In today's crop-price rundown for 21 Oct 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹20,500 per quintal in Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Lemon today.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹21,000
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹20,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Lemon rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Lemon about 47.5% above the period average, and just 22.6% 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 21 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,750 |
| 2 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 3 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 4 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 5 Kangayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,750 |
| 6 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 7 Attayampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 8 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 9 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 10 Tiruppur (South) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 11 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 12 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
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 ₹3,250 (13.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹26,500, with the average around ₹13,894. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 20 Oct | ₹23,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹19,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹19,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹19,500 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,250 |
| 19 Sep | ₹19,500 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,250 |
| 18 Sep | ₹19,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹19,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Lemon today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
The takeaway: Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Lemon at this level on 21 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.