With the 20 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Lemon was quoted at ₹19,000 per quintal in Musiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹18,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹19,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Lemon about 68.1% above the period average, and just 24.0% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Lemon rates across the markets that reported on 20 Oct 2026, so you can see where Musiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,500 |
| 2 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 3 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 4 Thuraiyur RM APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 5 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 6 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 7 Tiruppur (South) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 8 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 9 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 10 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 11 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 12 Kangayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
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 ₹3,500 (14.6%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Musiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹25,000, with the average around ₹11,300. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹21,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 18 Oct | ₹21,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 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 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Lemon was priced at this level in Musiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 20 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.