In today's crop-price rundown for 15 Oct 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹12,250 per quintal in SMY Dharamshala APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Lemon yard so you can see where this one falls.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,500
- Lowest Price Today₹12,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 26.2% above the period average and just 38.8% 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
Here's how Lemon rates stacked up across reporting markets on 15 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 6 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 7 Palladam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 8 Ramanathapuram(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.
The ₹4,750 (20.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at SMY Dharamshala APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹20,000, with the average around ₹9,708. 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 | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹12,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,250 |
| 14 Oct | ₹12,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,250 |
| 13 Oct | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹19,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹18,500 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,750 |
| 18 Sep | ₹18,500 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,750 |
| 16 Sep | ₹17,500 | ₹15,500 | ₹16,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹16,500 | ₹15,500 | ₹16,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹17,500 | ₹15,500 | ₹16,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹16,500 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,250 |
| 07 Sep | ₹16,500 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,250 |
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
Farmers comparing Lemon rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, SMY Dharamshala APMC posted this Lemon rate on 15 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.