Pulling together the 15 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Lemon was quoted at ₹18,850 per quintal in Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
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
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Lemon is about 143.6% 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
This table ranks Lemon rates across active mandis for 15 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,750 |
| 2 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 3 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 4 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 5 Palladam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 6 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 7 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 8 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 9 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 10 Attayampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 11 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 12 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
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.
That ₹4,750 (20.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lemon fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,900 and ₹20,000, with the average around ₹7,739. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹17,700 | ₹18,850 |
| 14 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹17,700 | ₹18,850 |
| 13 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹17,700 | ₹18,350 |
| 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 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Lemon today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Lemon changed hands at this rate in Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 15 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.