Across the reporting yards on 17 Oct 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹16,500 per quintal in Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Lemon markets in the table that follows.
01What Put Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹18,000
- Lowest Price Today₹15,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹16,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 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.
This puts Lemon about 155.1% above the period average, and just 8.3% 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
This table ranks Lemon rates across active mandis for 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,750 |
| 2 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 3 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 4 Attayampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 5 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 6 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 7 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 8 Palladam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 9 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 10 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 11 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 12 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
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.
At ₹4,750 (20.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lemon matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹18,000, with the average around ₹6,468. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 03 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 30 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
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
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Lemon at this level on 17 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.