Based on what the markets reported on 18 Oct 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹19,750 per quintal in Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹19,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹19,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Lemon is about 137.2% above the period average — just 26.9% 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
The table below lines up Lemon rates across the markets that reported on 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,750 |
| 2 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 3 Attayampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 4 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 5 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 6 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 7 Palladam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 8 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 9 Kangayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 10 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 11 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 12 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lemon.
That ₹3,750 (15.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lemon fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹27,000, with the average around ₹8,327. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹19,500 | ₹19,750 |
| 17 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 06 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,250 |
| 04 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,250 |
| 03 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,750 |
| 02 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,750 |
| 01 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 30 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 26 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
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
To wrap up, Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Lemon rate on 18 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.