Here's the 20 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Lemon was quoted at ₹24,500 per quintal in Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Lemon today.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹25,000
- Lowest Price Today₹24,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹24,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Lemon is about 45.4% above the period average, sitting just 12.5% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Lemon rates across active mandis for 20 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 5 Tiruppur (South) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 6 Thuraiyur RM APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 7 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 8 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 9 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 10 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 11 Periyar Nagar(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.
At ₹3,500 (14.6%), 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 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹28,000, with the average around ₹16,847. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹23,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹23,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹23,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹23,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹23,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹27,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,500 |
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
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Lemon stood at Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 20 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.