As fresh arrivals settled on 17 Sep 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹18,500 per quintal in Gudalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹19,000
- Lowest Price Today₹18,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹18,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Sep 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 13.4% above the period average and just 33.9% 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 17 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹33,000 |
| 2 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 3 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,750 |
| 4 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,750 |
| 5 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 6 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 7 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,500 |
| 8 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 9 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,750 |
| 10 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 11 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 12 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
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 (20.0%) 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 Gudalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹28,000, with the average around ₹16,308. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Nov | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 08 Nov | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 07 Nov | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 06 Nov | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 05 Nov | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 04 Nov | ₹19,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 03 Nov | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 02 Nov | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 01 Nov | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 31 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 30 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 29 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 28 Oct | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 27 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 26 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 25 Oct | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 24 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 23 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 22 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 20 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
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 headline Lemon rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Gudalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Lemon rate on 17 Sep 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.