In the price report dated 21 Sep 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹26,000 per quintal in Vadaseri 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
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹28,000
- Lowest Price Today₹24,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹26,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Sep 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Lemon about 96.8% above the period average, and just 7.1% 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 21 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹32,500 |
| 2 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,500 |
| 3 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,500 |
| 4 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,500 |
| 5 Usilampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,000 |
| 6 Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,000 |
| 7 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,000 |
| 8 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,000 |
| 9 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,000 |
| 10 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,000 |
| 11 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 12 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,000 |
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.
At ₹2,500 (8.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lemon matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Vadaseri APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹28,000, with the average around ₹13,214. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹25,500 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,250 |
| 09 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 02 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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Vadaseri APMC reported Lemon at this level on 21 Sep 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.