In the price report dated 23 Sep 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹13,000 per quintal in Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹14,000
- Lowest Price Today₹12,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹13,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Sep 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Lemon rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Lemon about 80.6% above the period average, and just 35.0% 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
The table below lines up Lemon rates across the markets that reported on 23 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 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹32,000 |
| 2 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 3 Tiruppur (South) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 4 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,500 |
| 5 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 6 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 7 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 8 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 9 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,250 |
| 10 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 11 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 12 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
That ₹5,000 (18.5%) 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 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,900 and ₹20,000, with the average around ₹7,198. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹10,900 | ₹11,950 |
| 23 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹12,400 | ₹13,700 |
| 21 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹12,400 | ₹14,200 |
| 20 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹12,400 | ₹13,700 |
| 19 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹12,400 | ₹13,700 |
| 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 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Lemon yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
In a nutshell, Lemon was priced at this level in Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 23 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.