Going by the latest APMC figures for 17 Oct 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹18,000 per quintal in Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Lemon markets.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹16,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹18,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Lemon rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 26.7% above the period average and just 45.5% 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 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,750 |
| 2 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 3 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 4 Attayampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 5 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 6 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 7 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 8 Palladam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 9 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 10 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 11 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 12 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
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 ₹4,750 (20.7%) 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 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,600 and ₹33,000, with the average around ₹14,202. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹26,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹33,000 | ₹30,000 | ₹31,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹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
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Lemon rate on 17 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.