In the day's wholesale-price digest for 16 Oct 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹18,750 per quintal in Andipatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Lemon yards.
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₹19,000
- Lowest Price Today₹18,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹18,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 67.9% above the period average, sitting just 21.9% 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
The table below lines up Lemon rates across the markets that reported on 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Andipatti(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 Attayampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 3 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 4 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 5 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 6 Palladam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 7 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 8 Piravam Market APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 9 A.Jattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,750 |
| 10 Kangayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 11 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 12 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹23,000 |
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.
The ₹4,750 (20.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Andipatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹24,000, with the average around ₹11,165. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹18,500 | ₹18,750 |
| 15 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹19,500 | ₹19,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹19,500 | ₹19,750 |
| 23 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹19,500 | ₹19,750 |
| 20 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹21,500 | ₹21,750 |
| 19 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹21,500 | ₹21,750 |
| 18 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹19,500 | ₹19,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹21,500 | ₹21,750 |
| 16 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹23,000 | ₹22,500 | ₹22,750 |
| 13 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹23,000 | ₹22,500 | ₹22,750 |
| 11 Sep | ₹23,000 | ₹22,500 | ₹22,750 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Lemon, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Lemon rate at Andipatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 16 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.