Based on what the markets reported on 13 Oct 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹22,500 per quintal in Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Lemon yards.
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₹25,000
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹22,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 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.
At this level, Lemon is about 106.2% above the period average, sitting just 10.0% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Lemon rates stacked up across reporting markets on 13 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹26,000 |
| 2 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 3 Udumalpet APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 4 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 5 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 6 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 7 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,950 |
| 8 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,750 |
| 9 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,750 |
| 10 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,600 |
| 11 Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 12 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lemon.
A spread of ₹1,500 (6.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹25,000, with the average around ₹10,914. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹19,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹19,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
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
Farmers comparing Lemon rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Lemon rate at Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 13 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.