Pulling together the 18 Sep 2026 mandi readings, Lemon was quoted at ₹13,250 per quintal in Sathiyamagalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹13,500
- Lowest Price Today₹13,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹13,250
- 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.
At this level, Lemon is about 76.9% above the period average, sitting just 17.2% 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
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 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.
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.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Sathiyamagalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹16,000, with the average around ₹7,492. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹13,500 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,250 |
| 17 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹13,500 | ₹13,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 08 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 07 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 06 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 05 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 04 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 03 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 02 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 01 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 31 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Lemon rate at Sathiyamagalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 Sep 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.