Pulling together the 15 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Lemon was quoted at ₹14,500 per quintal in SMY Palampur APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Lemon markets in the table that follows.
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₹15,000
- Lowest Price Today₹14,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹14,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Lemon is about 45.5% above the period average — just 19.4% 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
This table ranks Lemon rates across active mandis for 15 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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
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 ₹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.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at SMY Palampur APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹18,000, with the average around ₹9,964. 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 | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,600 |
| 15 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,700 |
| 12 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,600 |
| 25 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Lemon, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
In short, Lemon changed hands at this rate in SMY Palampur APMC on 15 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.