Going by the latest APMC figures for 14 Oct 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹14,000 per quintal in Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Lemon markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹18,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹14,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 45.1% above the period average and just 50.0% 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 14 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Palladam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 9 Pallapatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 10 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 11 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 12 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lemon.
That ₹5,000 (22.0%) 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 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹28,000, with the average around ₹9,647. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹16,000 |
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
Farmers comparing Lemon rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Palani(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.