Reading today's price tape for 15 Oct 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹15,600 per quintal in Palakkad Market APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹16,000
- Lowest Price Today₹15,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹15,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Lemon is about 30.6% above the period average, sitting just 44.3% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
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 Palladam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 6 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 7 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 8 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 9 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 10 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 11 Attayampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 12 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.
At ₹4,750 (20.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lemon matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Palakkad Market APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹28,000, with the average around ₹11,942. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,600 |
| 14 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,600 |
| 13 Oct | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,600 |
| 12 Oct | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹23,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,600 |
| 23 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,600 |
| 22 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,600 |
| 19 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,100 |
| 18 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,600 |
| 17 Sep | ₹23,000 | ₹21,500 | ₹22,300 |
| 16 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,600 |
| 14 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,100 |
| 12 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,600 |
| 11 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,600 |
| 10 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,600 |
| 09 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,600 |
| 08 Sep | ₹23,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,600 |
| 07 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,100 |
| 05 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,100 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Lemon stood at Palakkad Market APMC on 15 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.