In the mandi rate roundup for 23 Oct 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹23,000 per quintal in Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Lemon today.
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₹26,000
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹23,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Lemon rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 38.1% above the period average and just 23.3% 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 23 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,750 |
| 2 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 3 Attayampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 4 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 5 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 6 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 7 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 8 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 9 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 10 A.Jattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,750 |
| 11 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 12 Anna nagar(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.
A spread of ₹4,750 (20.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹30,000, with the average around ₹16,656. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 23 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 22 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 21 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 20 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 18 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹25,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹24,500 | ₹24,500 | ₹24,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹29,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹29,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹28,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹29,000 | ₹28,000 | ₹28,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹25,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
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
Going to the top Lemon market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
Bottom line: on 23 Oct 2026, Lemon traded at this rate in Dharapuram(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.