Checking the day's mandi numbers for 31 Oct 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹16,750 per quintal in Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
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₹17,500
- Lowest Price Today₹16,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹16,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 2.8% above the period average, sitting just 38.0% 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 31 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹26,500 |
| 2 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,250 |
| 3 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,750 |
| 4 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,750 |
| 5 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 6 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 7 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 8 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 9 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 10 Tiruthuraipoondi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 11 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,500 |
| 12 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,500 |
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.
That ₹4,000 (17.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lemon fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹27,000, with the average around ₹16,289. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03 Nov | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 02 Nov | ₹15,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 01 Nov | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 31 Oct | ₹17,500 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,750 |
| 30 Oct | ₹17,500 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,250 |
| 29 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 28 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 27 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 26 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 25 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 24 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 23 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 22 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 21 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 20 Oct | ₹23,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 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 |
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
Selling Lemon well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Lemon stood at Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 31 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.