Across the reporting yards on 18 Oct 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹11,500 per quintal in Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,000
- Lowest Price Today₹11,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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.
Today's rate is about 40.3% above the period average and just 4.2% 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
Here's how Lemon rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,750 |
| 2 A.Jattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 3 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 4 Attayampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 5 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 6 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 7 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 8 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 9 Palladam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 10 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 11 Kangayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 12 Periyar Nagar(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.
A spread of ₹3,750 (15.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹8,196. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 14 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
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
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Lemon rate on 18 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.