Across the reporting yards on 21 Sep 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹19,000 per quintal in Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹18,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹19,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Sep 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Lemon rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Lemon about 87.3% above the period average, and just 13.6% 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
This table ranks Lemon rates across active mandis for 21 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,250 |
| 6 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,000 |
| 7 Usilampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,000 |
| 8 Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,000 |
| 9 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,000 |
| 10 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,000 |
| 11 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,000 |
| 12 Thiruverumbur(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.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹22,000, with the average around ₹10,144. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹19,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 30 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 29 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 28 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
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
When picking where to sell Lemon, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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: Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.