In the day's wholesale-price digest for 19 Oct 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹21,500 per quintal in Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹23,000
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹21,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Lemon is about 49.6% above the period average, sitting just 20.4% 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
This table ranks Lemon rates across active mandis for 19 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,500 |
| 2 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 3 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 4 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 5 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 6 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 7 Attayampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 8 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 9 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 10 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 11 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
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 ₹3,500 (14.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹27,000, with the average around ₹14,369. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹23,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹23,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹21,500 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,750 |
| 14 Oct | ₹21,500 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,750 |
| 13 Oct | ₹21,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹23,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,500 |
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
The headline Lemon rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
To sum up, this was the Lemon rate at Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 19 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.