Pulling together the 14 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Lemon was quoted at ₹8,750 per quintal in Vadhvan APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Lemon yard so you can see where this one falls.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 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.
Right now Lemon is about 74.5% above the period average — just 41.7% short of 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 14 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,750 |
| 2 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 3 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 4 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 5 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 6 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 7 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 8 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 9 Palladam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 10 Pallapatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 11 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 12 Mannargudi I(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 ₹3,750 (15.6%), 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at Vadhvan APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹15,000, with the average around ₹5,014. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 13 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,250 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹13,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹13,500 | ₹12,500 | ₹13,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹13,500 | ₹12,500 | ₹13,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹11,500 | ₹10,500 | ₹11,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹13,750 |
| 18 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹13,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹13,750 |
| 16 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,750 |
| 14 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹12,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,750 |
| 10 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹10,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,250 |
| 08 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 05 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
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
The day's best Lemon rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Vadhvan APMC logged this Lemon rate on 14 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.