As the 12 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Lemon was quoted at ₹20,000 per quintal in Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹20,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 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.
Today's rate is about 132.2% above the period average and just 9.1% 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 12 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹26,500 |
| 2 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 3 Udumalpet APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 4 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 5 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 6 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,950 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,750 |
| 8 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,750 |
| 9 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 10 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 11 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 12 Palladam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lemon.
At ₹2,000 (8.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lemon matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹22,000, with the average around ₹8,614. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
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
When picking where to sell Lemon, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 12 Oct 2026, Lemon traded at this rate in Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.