In the day's wholesale-price digest for 20 Oct 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹16,000 per quintal in Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Lemon yards.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹12,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹16,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Lemon is about 28.9% above the period average — just 50.0% 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 20 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 Tiruppur (South) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 5 Thuraiyur RM APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 6 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 7 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 8 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 9 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 10 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 11 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 12 Kangayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
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 ₹3,500 (14.6%) 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 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹32,000, with the average around ₹12,417. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 18 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹14,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹14,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹32,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹28,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹32,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹28,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹24,000 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Lemon, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Lemon rate on 20 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.