As fresh arrivals settled on 24 Sep 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹22,500 per quintal in Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹23,000
- Lowest Price Today₹22,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹22,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Sep 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Lemon about 12.6% above the period average, and just 19.6% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Lemon rates stacked up across reporting markets on 24 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹32,500 |
| 2 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹32,000 |
| 3 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,500 |
| 4 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,750 |
| 6 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,750 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,750 |
| 8 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 9 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 10 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 11 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 12 Udumalpet APMC | ₹27,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lemon.
At ₹5,500 (20.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lemon matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹10,000 and ₹28,000, with the average around ₹19,975. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Nov | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 10 Nov | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 09 Nov | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 08 Nov | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 07 Nov | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 06 Nov | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 05 Nov | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 04 Nov | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 03 Nov | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 02 Nov | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 01 Nov | ₹22,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 31 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 30 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 29 Oct | ₹23,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 28 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 27 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 26 Oct | ₹23,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 25 Oct | ₹23,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 24 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 23 Oct | ₹23,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
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
Selling Lemon well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Lemon was priced at this level in Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 24 Sep 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.