Checking the day's mandi numbers for 12 Oct 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹18,850 per quintal in Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. See where this sits in the day's Lemon range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹17,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹18,850
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Lemon is about 156.4% above the period average — just 5.8% short of 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 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 6 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,950 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,750 |
| 8 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,750 |
| 9 Tiruppur (South) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 10 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 11 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 12 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,900 and ₹20,000, with the average around ₹7,352. 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 | ₹17,700 | ₹18,850 |
| 25 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹10,900 | ₹11,950 |
| 23 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹12,400 | ₹13,700 |
| 21 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹12,400 | ₹14,200 |
| 20 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹12,400 | ₹13,700 |
| 19 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹12,400 | ₹13,700 |
| 18 Sep | ₹17,300 | ₹17,300 | ₹17,300 |
| 17 Sep | ₹17,300 | ₹17,300 | ₹17,300 |
| 16 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹17,300 | ₹18,650 |
| 15 Sep | ₹13,200 | ₹13,200 | ₹13,200 |
| 14 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹11,100 | ₹12,550 |
| 13 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹11,100 | ₹12,550 |
| 12 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹11,100 | ₹12,550 |
| 11 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹11,100 | ₹12,050 |
| 10 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,250 |
| 09 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,250 |
| 08 Sep | ₹11,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,750 |
| 07 Sep | ₹11,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,750 |
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
The day's best Lemon rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
In short, Lemon changed hands at this rate in Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 12 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.