In today's crop-price rundown for 18 Sep 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹19,000 per quintal in Theni(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
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₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹18,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹19,000
- 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.
Today's rate is about 118.2% above the period average and just 20.8% 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 18 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 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.
At ₹2,250 (8.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lemon matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹24,000, with the average around ₹8,706. 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 | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹23,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹23,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹23,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹23,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹23,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 06 Sep | ₹23,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 05 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹19,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹19,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹19,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 30 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹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
The headline Lemon rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 18 Sep 2026, Lemon traded at this rate in Theni(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.