As the 21 Sep 2026 session wrapped up, Lemon was quoted at ₹18,000 per quintal in Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹18,000
- Lowest Price Today₹18,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹18,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 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 47.5% above the period average, and just 18.2% 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 21 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹32,500 |
| 2 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,500 |
| 3 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,500 |
| 4 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,500 |
| 5 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,250 |
| 6 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,000 |
| 7 Usilampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,000 |
| 8 Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,000 |
| 9 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,000 |
| 10 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,000 |
| 11 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,000 |
| 12 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,000 |
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.
The ₹2,500 (8.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹22,000, with the average around ₹12,202. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 06 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 05 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹14,400 | ₹9,600 | ₹12,000 |
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
Before carting Lemon to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Lemon at this level on 21 Sep 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.