In the price report dated 14 Oct 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹19,000 per quintal in Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹18,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹19,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Lemon rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 63.5% above the period average and just 45.7% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
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
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.
The ₹3,750 (15.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹35,000, with the average around ₹11,622. 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 | ₹19,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹35,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹32,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹35,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹32,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹35,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹32,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹35,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹32,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹35,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹32,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
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
Before carting Lemon to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Lemon rate on 14 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.