In the latest market update for 12 Oct 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹20,000 per quintal in Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹20,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Lemon is about 181.8% above the period average — right at the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Lemon rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹26,500 |
| 2 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 3 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 4 Udumalpet APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 5 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,750 |
| 6 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 7 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 8 Palladam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 9 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 10 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 11 Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 12 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
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 ₹2,000 (8.2%) 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 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹20,000, with the average around ₹7,098. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 30 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
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
To wrap up, Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Lemon rate on 12 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.