In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Sep 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹21,500 per quintal in Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹22,000
- Lowest Price Today₹21,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹21,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 52.7% above the period average and just 17.3% 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 18 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 11 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 12 Pennagaram(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.
That ₹2,250 (8.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lemon fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹26,000, with the average around ₹14,079. 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 | ₹22,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹21,500 | ₹21,750 |
| 16 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹25,500 | ₹25,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹21,500 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,250 |
| 14 Sep | ₹23,000 | ₹22,500 | ₹22,750 |
| 13 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹21,500 | ₹21,750 |
| 12 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹23,500 | ₹23,750 |
| 11 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹23,500 | ₹23,750 |
| 10 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹23,500 | ₹23,750 |
| 09 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹23,500 | ₹23,750 |
| 08 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹21,500 | ₹21,750 |
| 07 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹21,500 | ₹21,750 |
| 06 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹21,500 | ₹21,750 |
| 05 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹21,500 | ₹21,750 |
| 04 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹21,500 | ₹21,750 |
| 02 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹21,500 | ₹21,750 |
| 01 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹19,500 | ₹19,750 |
| 31 Aug | ₹19,500 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,250 |
| 30 Aug | ₹19,500 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,250 |
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
Going to the top Lemon market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Sep 2026, Lemon traded at this rate in Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.