Across the reporting yards on 16 Oct 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹24,000 per quintal in Piravam Market APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Piravam Market APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹26,000
- Lowest Price Today₹22,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹24,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Other)
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.
This puts Lemon about 51.2% above the period average, and just 14.3% 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
Here's how Lemon rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,750 |
| 2 Attayampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 3 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 4 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 5 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 6 Palladam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 7 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 8 Piravam Market APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 9 A.Jattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,750 |
| 10 Kangayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 11 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 12 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹23,000 |
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 ₹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 Piravam Market APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹28,000, with the average around ₹15,875. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹17,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
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
The day's best Lemon rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Lemon was priced at this level in Piravam Market APMC on 16 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.