From today's trading desk on 14 Oct 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹21,500 per quintal in Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Lemon arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹22,500
- Lowest Price Today₹20,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹21,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Lemon is about 76.8% above the period average, sitting just 25.9% 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 14 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,750 |
| 2 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 3 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 4 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 5 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 6 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 7 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 8 Palladam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 9 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 10 Pallapatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 11 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 12 Mannargudi I(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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹29,000, with the average around ₹12,163. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct | ₹22,500 | ₹20,500 | ₹21,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹26,500 | ₹23,500 | ₹25,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹29,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹28,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹29,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹28,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹26,500 | ₹22,500 | ₹24,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹24,500 | ₹22,500 | ₹23,500 |
| 06 Sep | ₹24,500 | ₹22,500 | ₹23,500 |
| 05 Sep | ₹24,500 | ₹22,500 | ₹23,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹24,500 | ₹22,500 | ₹23,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹21,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹20,500 | ₹18,500 | ₹19,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹20,500 | ₹18,500 | ₹19,500 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Lemon rate at Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 14 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.