Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Sep 2026, Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Lemon, clocking the day's best rate at ₹29,750 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01What Put Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹30,000
- Lowest Price Today₹29,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹29,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
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.
This puts Lemon about 109.3% above the period average, and just 7.0% 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 18 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹32,000, with the average around ₹14,211. 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 | ₹30,000 | ₹29,500 | ₹29,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹29,500 | ₹29,750 |
| 16 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹29,500 | ₹29,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹29,500 | ₹29,750 |
| 14 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹29,500 | ₹29,750 |
| 13 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹29,500 | ₹29,750 |
| 12 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹29,500 | ₹29,750 |
| 11 Sep | ₹30,000 | ₹29,500 | ₹29,750 |
| 10 Sep | ₹32,000 | ₹31,500 | ₹31,750 |
| 09 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹27,500 | ₹27,750 |
| 08 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹27,500 | ₹27,750 |
| 07 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹27,500 | ₹27,750 |
| 06 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹27,500 | ₹27,750 |
| 05 Sep | ₹28,000 | ₹27,500 | ₹27,750 |
| 04 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹24,500 | ₹24,750 |
| 03 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹21,500 | ₹21,750 |
| 02 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹21,500 | ₹21,750 |
| 01 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹21,500 | ₹21,750 |
| 31 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹27,500 | ₹27,750 |
| 30 Aug | ₹28,000 | ₹27,500 | ₹27,750 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC was the market to beat for Lemon on 18 Sep 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.