In the price report dated 23 Sep 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹18,000 per quintal in Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Lemon today.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
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₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹16,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹18,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 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.
Today's rate is about 160.3% above the period average and just 10.0% 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
The table below lines up Lemon rates across the markets that reported on 23 Sep 2026, so you can see where Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹32,000 |
| 2 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 3 Tiruppur (South) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 4 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,500 |
| 5 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 6 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 7 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 8 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 9 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,250 |
| 10 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 11 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 12 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
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.
That ₹5,000 (18.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lemon fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹20,000, with the average around ₹6,916. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 05 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 30 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 28 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Lemon today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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, Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Lemon rate on 23 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.