In the day's wholesale-price digest for 12 Oct 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in Chengannur Market APMC. See where this sits in the day's Lemon range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,100
- Lowest Price Today₹7,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Lemon is about 5.6% above the period average — just 23.8% 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 12 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹26,500 |
| 2 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 3 Udumalpet APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 4 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 5 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 6 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,950 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,750 |
| 8 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,750 |
| 9 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 10 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 11 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 12 Palladam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lemon.
A spread of ₹2,000 (8.2%) 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 Chengannur Market APMC ranged between ₹5,800 and ₹10,500, with the average around ₹7,578. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹8,100 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,100 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,300 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹8,300 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,300 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹8,100 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹8,100 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹6,300 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 24 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹10,200 | ₹9,500 | ₹10,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
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
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In short, Lemon changed hands at this rate in Chengannur Market APMC on 12 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.