Based on what the markets reported on 16 Sep 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹19,500 per quintal in Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Lemon today.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹22,000
- Lowest Price Today₹17,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹19,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Sep 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Lemon rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Lemon is about 142.3% above the period average — just 11.4% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Lemon rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹33,000 |
| 2 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 3 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 4 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,750 |
| 5 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,750 |
| 6 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹29,500 |
| 7 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,350 |
| 8 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 9 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 10 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,500 |
| 11 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 12 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lemon.
That ₹5,000 (17.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lemon fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹22,000, with the average around ₹8,047. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹19,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹21,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹21,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹17,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹19,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹19,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹15,500 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,250 |
| 30 Aug | ₹13,500 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,250 |
| 29 Aug | ₹13,500 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,250 |
| 28 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹13,500 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,250 |
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
Going to the top Lemon market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Lemon rate on 16 Sep 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.