Here's the 15 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Lemon was quoted at ₹16,500 per quintal in vadakarapathy Market APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Lemon yards.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹18,000
- Lowest Price Today₹15,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹16,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
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.
Right now Lemon is about 82.6% above the period average — just 45.0% 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
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 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
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
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 vadakarapathy Market APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹30,000, with the average around ₹9,036. 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 | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, vadakarapathy Market APMC logged this Lemon rate on 15 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.