In the mandi rate roundup for 13 Oct 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹21,500 per quintal in Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Lemon arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹22,000
- Lowest Price Today₹21,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹21,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 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 66.4% above the period average and just 18.9% 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
This table ranks Lemon rates across active mandis for 13 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹26,000 |
| 2 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 3 Udumalpettai RM APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 4 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 5 Udumalpet APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 6 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 7 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 8 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,950 |
| 9 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,750 |
| 10 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,750 |
| 11 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,600 |
| 12 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
A spread of ₹1,500 (6.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹26,500, with the average around ₹12,922. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹19,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹19,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹19,500 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,250 |
| 19 Sep | ₹19,500 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,250 |
| 18 Sep | ₹19,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹19,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹26,500 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,250 |
| 13 Sep | ₹21,500 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,250 |
| 12 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Lemon rate on 13 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.