In the price report dated 17 Sep 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹22,500 per quintal in Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider 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₹25,000
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹22,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Sep 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 34.5% above the period average and just 16.7% 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
This table ranks Lemon rates across active mandis for 17 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹33,000 |
| 2 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 3 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,750 |
| 4 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,750 |
| 5 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 6 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 7 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,500 |
| 8 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 9 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,750 |
| 10 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 11 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 12 Tuticorin(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.
A spread of ₹5,500 (20.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹27,000, with the average around ₹16,729. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Nov | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 09 Nov | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 07 Nov | ₹15,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 06 Nov | ₹12,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,250 |
| 05 Nov | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 04 Nov | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 03 Nov | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 02 Nov | ₹15,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 01 Nov | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 31 Oct | ₹17,500 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,750 |
| 30 Oct | ₹17,500 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,250 |
| 29 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 28 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 27 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 26 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 25 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 24 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 23 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 22 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 21 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
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
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Lemon rate on 17 Sep 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.