In the mandi rate roundup for 12 Oct 2026, Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Lemon, clocking the day's best rate at ₹26,500 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Lemon.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹28,000
- Lowest Price Today₹25,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹26,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Lemon rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Lemon about 128.1% above the period average, and just 5.4% 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 12 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,750 |
| 5 Tiruppur (South) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 6 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 7 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 8 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 9 Palladam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 10 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 11 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 12 Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lemon.
At ₹2,000 (8.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lemon matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹28,000, with the average around ₹11,619. 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 | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹27,500 | ₹27,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹27,500 | ₹27,750 |
| 23 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹27,500 | ₹27,750 |
| 21 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹27,500 | ₹27,750 |
| 19 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹27,500 | ₹27,750 |
| 18 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹27,500 | ₹27,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹27,500 | ₹27,750 |
| 16 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹27,500 | ₹27,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹27,500 | ₹27,750 |
| 12 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹27,500 | ₹27,750 |
| 11 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹27,500 | ₹27,750 |
| 10 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹27,500 | ₹27,750 |
| 09 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹19,500 | ₹19,750 |
| 08 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹19,500 | ₹19,750 |
| 07 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
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
For Lemon, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC was the market to beat for Lemon on 12 Oct 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.