In today's crop-price rundown for 20 Oct 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹22,500 per quintal in Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹23,000
- Lowest Price Today₹22,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹22,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 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.
This puts Lemon about 32.0% above the period average, and just 23.7% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Lemon rates across the markets that reported on 20 Oct 2026, so you can see where Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,500 |
| 2 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 3 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 4 Tiruppur (South) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 5 Thuraiyur RM APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 6 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 7 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 8 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 9 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 10 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 11 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 12 Kangayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
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.
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.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹9,000 and ₹29,500, with the average around ₹17,042. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹23,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹23,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹23,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹23,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹23,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹23,000 | ₹22,600 | ₹22,800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹23,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹26,600 | ₹26,800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹23,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹23,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹21,800 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,400 |
| 18 Sep | ₹21,800 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,400 |
| 17 Sep | ₹21,500 | ₹20,500 | ₹21,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹29,500 | ₹29,200 | ₹29,350 |
| 15 Sep | ₹21,500 | ₹20,500 | ₹21,000 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Lemon at this level on 20 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.