In the latest market update for 24 Sep 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹18,000 per quintal in SMY Dharamshala APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put SMY Dharamshala APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹19,000
- Lowest Price Today₹17,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹18,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Sep 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Lemon is about 88.3% above the period average, sitting just 10.0% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Lemon rates stacked up across reporting markets on 24 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹32,500 |
| 2 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹32,000 |
| 3 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,500 |
| 4 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,750 |
| 6 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,750 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,750 |
| 8 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 9 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 10 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 11 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 12 Udumalpet 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.
A spread of ₹5,500 (20.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at SMY Dharamshala APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹20,000, with the average around ₹9,558. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹19,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹18,500 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,750 |
| 18 Sep | ₹18,500 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,750 |
| 16 Sep | ₹17,500 | ₹15,500 | ₹16,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹16,500 | ₹15,500 | ₹16,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹17,500 | ₹15,500 | ₹16,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹16,500 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,250 |
| 07 Sep | ₹16,500 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,250 |
| 02 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹10,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹10,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 26 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Lemon rate at SMY Dharamshala APMC on 24 Sep 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.