With the 18 Sep 2026 auctions now in, Lemon was quoted at ₹17,300 per quintal in Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹17,300
- Lowest Price Today₹17,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹17,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Lemon rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 147.3% above the period average and just 13.5% 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
The table below lines up Lemon rates across the markets that reported on 18 Sep 2026, so you can see where Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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.
A spread of ₹2,250 (8.2%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,900 and ₹20,000, with the average around ₹6,996. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹17,300 | ₹17,300 | ₹17,300 |
| 17 Sep | ₹17,300 | ₹17,300 | ₹17,300 |
| 16 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹17,300 | ₹18,650 |
| 15 Sep | ₹13,200 | ₹13,200 | ₹13,200 |
| 14 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹11,100 | ₹12,550 |
| 13 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹11,100 | ₹12,550 |
| 12 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹11,100 | ₹12,550 |
| 11 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹11,100 | ₹12,050 |
| 10 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,250 |
| 09 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,250 |
| 08 Sep | ₹11,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,750 |
| 07 Sep | ₹11,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,750 |
| 06 Sep | ₹11,500 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,500 |
| 05 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,250 |
| 04 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 03 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 |
| 02 Sep | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 |
| 01 Sep | ₹9,500 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,150 |
| 31 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 30 Aug | ₹9,100 | ₹9,100 | ₹9,100 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Lemon, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
Bottom line: on 18 Sep 2026, Lemon traded at this rate in Nagapattinam(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.