Going by the latest APMC figures for 14 Sep 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹22,000 per quintal in Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
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₹22,000
- Lowest Price Today₹22,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹22,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Sep 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 110.6% above the period average and right at 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 14 Sep 2026, so you can see where Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹32,000 |
| 2 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,000 |
| 3 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,750 |
| 4 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,750 |
| 5 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 6 Pallapatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 7 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 8 Tiruppur (South) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 9 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,500 |
| 10 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹28,200 |
| 11 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 12 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹4,500 (16.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹22,000, with the average around ₹10,446. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 30 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
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
Selling Lemon well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 14 Sep 2026, Lemon traded at this rate in Mannargudi I(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.