With the 28 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Lemon was quoted at ₹20,500 per quintal in Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹21,000
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹20,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 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.
This puts Lemon about 37.7% above the period average, and just 22.6% 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
Here's how Lemon rates stacked up across reporting markets on 28 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Manapparai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹30,000 |
| 2 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,750 |
| 3 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 4 Tiruppur (North) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 5 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 6 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,500 |
| 7 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 8 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 9 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,750 |
| 10 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,750 |
| 11 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 12 Kangayam(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.
That ₹5,500 (22.4%) 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 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹26,500, with the average around ₹14,883. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 28 Oct | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 27 Oct | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 26 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 25 Oct | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 24 Oct | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 23 Oct | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 22 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 21 Oct | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 20 Oct | ₹23,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 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 |
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
The day's best Lemon rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Lemon at this level on 28 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.