Going by the latest APMC figures for 20 Sep 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹28,000 per quintal in Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹29,000
- Lowest Price Today₹27,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹28,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 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.
Today's rate is about 147.8% above the period average and just 3.4% 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
This table ranks Lemon rates across active mandis for 20 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹32,500 |
| 2 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,750 |
| 3 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,750 |
| 4 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 5 Tiruppur (South) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 6 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 7 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,500 |
| 8 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 10 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,750 |
| 11 Tuticorin(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.
The ₹5,000 (18.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹29,000, with the average around ₹11,300. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Sep | ₹29,000 | ₹27,000 | ₹28,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹23,000 | ₹23,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,500 |
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
When picking where to sell Lemon, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 20 Sep 2026, Lemon traded at this rate in Udhagamandalam(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.