In the price report dated 20 Oct 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹18,000 per quintal in Melur(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₹16,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹18,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 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.
Today's rate is about 27.2% above the period average and just 43.8% 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
The table below lines up Lemon rates across the markets that reported on 20 Oct 2026, so you can see where Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 5 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 6 Tiruppur (South) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 7 Thuraiyur RM APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 8 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 9 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 10 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 11 Sampath 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.
A spread of ₹3,500 (14.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹32,000, with the average around ₹14,150. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 18 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹32,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹31,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,000 |
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
Net-net, Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Lemon rate on 20 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.