In today's crop-price rundown for 17 Sep 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹9,000 per quintal in Kathua (F&V) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Kathua (F&V) 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₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Sep 2026
- CommodityLemon (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Lemon rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Lemon about 28.8% above the period average, and just 35.7% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Lemon rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹33,000 |
| 2 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 3 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,750 |
| 4 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 5 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 6 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 7 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,750 |
| 8 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 9 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 10 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,450 |
| 11 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,200 |
| 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.
The ₹6,000 (22.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at Kathua (F&V) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹14,000, with the average around ₹6,987. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Lemon was priced at this level in Kathua (F&V) APMC on 17 Sep 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.