Turning to the 18 Sep 2026 APMC board, Lemon was quoted at ₹5,500 per quintal in Ludhiana APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
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₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityLemon (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 63.5% above the period average and just 21.4% short of 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
Here's how Lemon rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 11 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 12 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
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.
At ₹2,250 (8.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lemon matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at Ludhiana APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹3,364. 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 | ₹7,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 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 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Sep 2026, Lemon traded at this rate in Ludhiana APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.