Across the reporting yards on 19 Oct 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹11,500 per quintal in SMY Nagrota Bagwan APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,000
- Lowest Price Today₹11,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 29.5% above the period average and just 32.4% 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 19 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,500 |
| 2 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 3 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 4 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 5 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 6 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 7 Attayampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 8 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 9 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 10 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 11 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(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.
A spread of ₹3,500 (14.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at SMY Nagrota Bagwan APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹17,000, with the average around ₹8,878. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹14,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹16,500 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,200 |
| 21 Sep | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 05 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹11,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,800 |
| 21 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,800 |
| 19 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,200 |
| 17 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, SMY Nagrota Bagwan APMC posted this Lemon rate on 19 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.