As fresh arrivals settled on 18 Oct 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹16,500 per quintal in Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Lemon yard so you can see where this one falls.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹17,000
- Lowest Price Today₹16,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹16,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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.
Today's rate is about 85.4% above the period average and just 8.3% 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
Here's how Lemon rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,750 |
| 2 A.Jattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 3 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 4 Attayampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 5 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 6 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 7 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 8 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 9 Palladam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 10 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 11 Kangayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 12 Periyar Nagar(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.
That ₹3,750 (15.6%) 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 Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹18,000, with the average around ₹8,900. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹17,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹17,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,500 |
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
When picking where to sell Lemon, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
Net-net, Vadalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Lemon rate on 18 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.