In the day's wholesale-price digest for 13 Oct 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹17,900 per quintal in Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹18,800
- Lowest Price Today₹17,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹17,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Lemon rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Lemon is about 40.8% above the period average — just 33.7% 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 13 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹26,000 |
| 2 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 3 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 4 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 5 Udumalpet APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 6 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 7 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 8 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,950 |
| 9 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,750 |
| 10 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,750 |
| 11 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,600 |
| 12 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
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.
That ₹1,500 (6.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lemon fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹27,000, with the average around ₹12,717. 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 | ₹18,500 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,750 |
| 14 Oct | ₹18,800 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,900 |
| 13 Oct | ₹18,800 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,900 |
| 12 Oct | ₹18,500 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,750 |
| 25 Sep | ₹26,500 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,250 |
| 24 Sep | ₹26,500 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,250 |
| 23 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹25,500 | ₹21,000 | ₹23,250 |
| 21 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹24,500 | ₹21,000 | ₹22,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹25,500 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,250 |
| 14 Sep | ₹25,500 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,250 |
| 13 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹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
Aim for the best-paying Lemon yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
To wrap up, Vadavalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Lemon rate on 13 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.