In the mandi rate roundup for 05 Sep 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹4,500 per quintal in Ludhiana APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Sep 2026
- CommodityLemon (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Lemon about 42.5% 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
This table ranks Lemon rates across active mandis for 05 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,750 |
| 2 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 3 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 4 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 5 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 9 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 10 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 11 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,350 |
| 12 Vadaseri APMC | ₹24,000 |
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 ₹3,750 (15.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at Ludhiana APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹3,157. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
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
Before carting Lemon to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
The takeaway: Ludhiana APMC reported Lemon at this level on 05 Sep 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.