Checking the day's mandi numbers for 18 Sep 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹13,000 per quintal in Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹13,000
- Lowest Price Today₹13,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹13,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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.
At this level, Lemon is about 22.4% above the period average, sitting right at the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Lemon rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lemon.
A spread of ₹2,250 (8.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹10,000 and ₹13,000, with the average around ₹10,622. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Lemon rate at Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 Sep 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.