Looking at how the yards traded on 18 Sep 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹4,900 per quintal in Samana APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,300
- Lowest Price Today₹4,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityLemon (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Lemon rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Lemon is about 0.8% above the period average, sitting just 15.5% 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
The table below lines up Lemon rates across the markets that reported on 18 Sep 2026, so you can see where Samana APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lemon.
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.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Lemon prices at Samana APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹5,800, with the average around ₹4,863. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,900 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,900 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,900 |
| 31 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,900 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,900 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,900 |
| 18 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,900 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,900 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,900 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,900 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,900 |
| 13 Jul | ₹5,300 | ₹4,700 | ₹5,100 |
| 06 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 29 Jun | ₹4,300 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
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
When picking where to sell Lemon, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Lemon stood at Samana APMC on 18 Sep 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.