Going by the latest APMC figures for 23 Oct 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹22,750 per quintal in Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹23,000
- Lowest Price Today₹22,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹22,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 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.
This puts Lemon about 45.5% above the period average, and just 24.2% 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
Here's how Lemon rates stacked up across reporting markets on 23 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,750 |
| 2 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 3 Attayampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 4 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 5 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 6 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 7 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 8 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 9 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 10 A.Jattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,750 |
| 11 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 12 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
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 ₹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.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹30,000, with the average around ₹15,639. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Oct | ₹23,000 | ₹22,500 | ₹22,750 |
| 22 Oct | ₹23,000 | ₹22,500 | ₹22,750 |
| 21 Oct | ₹23,000 | ₹22,500 | ₹22,750 |
| 20 Oct | ₹23,000 | ₹22,500 | ₹22,750 |
| 19 Oct | ₹23,000 | ₹22,500 | ₹22,750 |
| 18 Oct | ₹23,000 | ₹22,500 | ₹22,750 |
| 17 Oct | ₹23,000 | ₹22,500 | ₹22,750 |
| 16 Oct | ₹23,000 | ₹22,500 | ₹22,750 |
| 15 Oct | ₹23,000 | ₹22,500 | ₹22,750 |
| 14 Oct | ₹23,000 | ₹22,500 | ₹22,750 |
| 13 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹24,500 | ₹24,750 |
| 12 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹24,500 | ₹24,750 |
| 25 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹27,500 | ₹27,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹27,500 | ₹27,750 |
| 22 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹29,500 | ₹29,750 |
| 21 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹29,500 | ₹29,750 |
| 20 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹29,500 | ₹29,750 |
| 19 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹29,500 | ₹29,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹29,500 | ₹29,750 |
| 16 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹29,500 | ₹29,750 |
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
When picking where to sell Lemon, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Lemon at this level on 23 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.