Checking the day's mandi numbers for 18 Sep 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹19,000 per quintal in Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹22,000
- Lowest Price Today₹16,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹19,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
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 83.1% above the period average — just 32.1% 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
This table ranks Lemon rates across active mandis for 18 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,750 |
| 2 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Tiruppur (South) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 4 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 5 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 6 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,500 |
| 7 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 8 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 9 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,750 |
| 10 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 11 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 12 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lemon.
That ₹2,250 (8.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lemon fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,200 and ₹28,000, with the average around ₹10,378. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹25,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 30 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,500 |
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
For Lemon, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In short, Lemon changed hands at this rate in Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 Sep 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.