As the 15 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Lemon was quoted at ₹18,000 per quintal in Vadakkenchery Market APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
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
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Lemon about 37.8% above the period average, and just 10.0% 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 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 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.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Lemon prices at Vadakkenchery Market APMC ranged between ₹7,500 and ₹20,000, with the average around ₹13,067. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Vadakkenchery Market APMC reported Lemon at this level on 15 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.