In the mandi rate roundup for 20 Oct 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹24,500 per quintal in Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹25,000
- Lowest Price Today₹24,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹24,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 51.3% above the period average and just 12.5% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Lemon rates across active mandis for 20 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,500 |
| 2 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 3 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 4 Tiruppur (South) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 5 Thuraiyur RM APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 6 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 7 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 8 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 9 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 10 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 11 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 12 Kangayam(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.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹28,000, with the average around ₹16,192. 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 | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 20 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹27,500 |
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
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Lemon rate on 20 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.