In the day's wholesale-price digest for 21 Sep 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹27,500 per quintal in Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Lemon markets in the table that follows.
01What Put Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹28,000
- Lowest Price Today₹27,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹27,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Sep 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Lemon is about 45.3% above the period average — just 1.8% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
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 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,500 |
| 3 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,500 |
| 4 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,500 |
| 5 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,250 |
| 6 Usilampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,000 |
| 7 Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,000 |
| 8 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,000 |
| 9 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,000 |
| 10 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,000 |
| 11 Anaiyur(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.
A spread of ₹2,500 (8.3%) 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 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹28,000, with the average around ₹18,925. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Nov | ₹22,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 10 Nov | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 09 Nov | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 07 Nov | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 06 Nov | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 05 Nov | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 04 Nov | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 03 Nov | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 02 Nov | ₹22,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 01 Nov | ₹22,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 31 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 30 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 29 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 28 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 27 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 26 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 25 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 24 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 23 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 22 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,500 |
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
Farmers comparing Lemon rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Lemon rate on 21 Sep 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.