As fresh arrivals settled on 18 Sep 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹18,000 per quintal in Polur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Lemon markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹16,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹18,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Lemon rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 104.2% above the period average and just 10.0% 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
The table below lines up Lemon rates across the markets that reported on 18 Sep 2026, so you can see where Polur(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 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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lemon.
The ₹2,250 (8.2%) 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 Polur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹20,000, with the average around ₹8,817. 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 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 30 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Polur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Lemon rate on 18 Sep 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.