Across the reporting yards on 18 Sep 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹11,000 per quintal in Arani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Lemon arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,000
- 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.
This puts Lemon about 6.3% above the period average, and just 45.0% 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 18 Sep 2026, so you can see where Arani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 11 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 12 Tamarainagar(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 Arani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹20,000, with the average around ₹10,350. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 30 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
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
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Arani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Lemon at this level on 18 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.