In the latest market update for 12 Oct 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹13,000 per quintal in Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹14,000
- Lowest Price Today₹12,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹13,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 31.5% above the period average — just 40.9% 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 12 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹26,500 |
| 2 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 3 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 4 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 5 Udumalpet APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 6 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,950 |
| 7 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,750 |
| 8 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,750 |
| 9 Palladam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 10 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 11 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 12 Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
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.
That ₹2,000 (8.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lemon fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹22,000, with the average around ₹9,884. 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 | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹21,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹21,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
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
For Lemon, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
To wrap up, Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Lemon rate on 12 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.