In the latest market update for 21 Oct 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹22,500 per quintal in Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹25,000
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹22,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 60.6% above the period average — just 10.0% 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
The table below lines up Lemon rates across the markets that reported on 21 Oct 2026, so you can see where Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,750 |
| 2 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 3 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 4 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 5 Kangayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,750 |
| 6 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 7 Attayampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 8 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 9 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 10 Tiruppur (South) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 11 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 12 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
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 ₹3,250 (13.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lemon fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹25,000, with the average around ₹14,013. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 20 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Lemon yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Lemon rate on 21 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.