As fresh arrivals settled on 20 Oct 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹18,500 per quintal in Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Lemon markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,500
- Lowest Price Today₹16,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹18,500
- 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.
This puts Lemon about 47.7% above the period average, and just 36.2% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Lemon rates across the markets that reported on 20 Oct 2026, so you can see where Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹3,500 (14.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
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 ₹12,524. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹18,500 | ₹16,500 | ₹17,500 |
| 20 Oct | ₹20,500 | ₹16,500 | ₹18,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹20,500 | ₹16,500 | ₹18,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹20,500 | ₹16,500 | ₹18,500 |
| 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 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Lemon at this level on 20 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.