Reading today's price tape for 14 Oct 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹18,000 per quintal in Vadakkenchery Market APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Lemon arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹18,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹18,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Lemon rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Lemon is about 37.8% above the period average — just 10.0% 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
This table ranks Lemon rates across active mandis for 14 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,750 |
| 2 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 3 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 4 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 5 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 6 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 7 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 8 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 9 Palladam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 10 Pallapatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 11 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 12 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
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 ₹3,750 (15.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Lemon prices at Vadakkenchery Market APMC ranged between ₹7,500 and ₹20,000, with the average around ₹13,067. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 03 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 02 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 29 Jun | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
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
Going to the top Lemon market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Vadakkenchery Market APMC logged this Lemon rate on 14 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.