Pulling together the 17 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Lemon was quoted at ₹20,000 per quintal in Musiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹21,000
- Lowest Price Today₹19,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹20,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Lemon rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Lemon is about 85.5% above the period average — just 20.0% 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
This table ranks Lemon rates across active mandis for 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 12 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lemon.
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.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Musiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹25,000, with the average around ₹10,783. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹21,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹21,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹21,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹23,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹21,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹21,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹17,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹17,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,000 |
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
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In short, Lemon changed hands at this rate in Musiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 17 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.