In today's crop-price rundown for 17 Sep 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹13,000 per quintal in Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Lemon yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What Put Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹13,000
- Lowest Price Today₹13,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹13,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Sep 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Lemon rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 22.5% above the period average and right at 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
This table ranks Lemon rates across active mandis for 17 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹5,500 (20.0%) 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 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹10,000 and ₹13,000, with the average around ₹10,611. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 30 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Lemon, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Katpadi (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.