Here's the 21 Sep 2026 mandi snapshot — Lemon was quoted at ₹10,500 per quintal in Bhawanigarh APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹11,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 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.
Right now Lemon is about 7.0% below the period average — just 25.0% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Lemon rates across active mandis for 21 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹32,500 |
| 2 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,500 |
| 3 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,500 |
| 4 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,500 |
| 5 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,250 |
| 6 Usilampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,000 |
| 7 Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,000 |
| 8 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,000 |
| 9 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,000 |
| 10 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,000 |
| 11 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,000 |
| 12 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,000 |
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.
That ₹2,500 (8.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lemon fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at Bhawanigarh APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹14,000, with the average around ₹11,293. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08 Nov | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 04 Nov | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 02 Nov | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 29 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 28 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 26 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 22 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 21 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
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
To wrap up, Bhawanigarh APMC logged this Lemon rate on 21 Sep 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.