In the day's wholesale-price digest for 18 Sep 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹27,000 per quintal in Chokkikulam(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
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹28,000
- Lowest Price Today₹26,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹27,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Lemon is about 140.9% above the period average, sitting just 3.6% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Lemon rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,750 |
| 2 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Tiruppur (South) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 4 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 5 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 6 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,500 |
| 7 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 8 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 9 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,750 |
| 10 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 11 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 12 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,250 (8.2%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹28,000, with the average around ₹11,206. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹27,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 30 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 28 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
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
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
To sum up, this was the Lemon rate at Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 Sep 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.