Going by the latest APMC figures for 20 Oct 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹8,900 per quintal in Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Lemon today.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 14.1% above the period average and just 55.5% 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 Vedaranyam(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 Thuraiyur RM APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 5 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 6 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 7 Tiruppur (South) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.
The ₹3,500 (14.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Vedaranyam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC ranged between ₹4,400 and ₹20,000, with the average around ₹7,797. 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 | ₹9,000 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,900 |
| 19 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 18 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹14,500 | ₹14,750 |
| 15 Oct | ₹17,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹14,500 | ₹14,750 |
| 12 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹17,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹17,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,500 | ₹14,750 |
| 22 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 19 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 16 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
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
The headline Lemon rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Vedaranyam(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.