In the mandi rate roundup for 15 Oct 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹9,000 per quintal in Vadhvan APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
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₹10,500
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Lemon rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Lemon about 77.6% above the period average, and just 40.0% 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
The table below lines up Lemon rates across the markets that reported on 15 Oct 2026, so you can see where Vadhvan 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 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 3 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 4 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 5 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 6 Palladam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 7 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 8 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 9 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 10 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 11 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 12 Piravam Market APMC | ₹23,000 |
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 ₹4,750 (20.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at Vadhvan APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹15,000, with the average around ₹5,067. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Oct | ₹10,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 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 |
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
Before carting Lemon to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Vadhvan APMC reported Lemon at this level on 15 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.