Going by the latest APMC figures for 20 Oct 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹2,571 per quintal in CHHUTMALPUR APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
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₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,571
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityLemon (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 1.4% above the period average and just 14.3% 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 20 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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.
That ₹3,500 (14.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lemon fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at CHHUTMALPUR APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,537. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,571 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,450 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,533 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,525 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,483 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
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
Farmers comparing Lemon rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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 20 Oct 2026, Lemon traded at this rate in CHHUTMALPUR 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.