With the 21 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Lemon was quoted at ₹14,000 per quintal in Udumalpet APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Udumalpet APMC on Top Today
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹15,000
- Lowest Price Today₹13,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹14,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 41.7% above the period average and just 6.7% 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
Here's how Lemon rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹21,000 |
| 2 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,000 |
| 3 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,000 |
| 4 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 5 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,050 |
| 6 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,750 |
| 7 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,750 |
| 8 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,750 |
| 9 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,750 |
| 10 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 11 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 12 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
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.
That ₹4,500 (27.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lemon fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at Udumalpet APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹15,000, with the average around ₹9,879. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹12,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,250 |
| 15 Aug | ₹12,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,250 |
| 14 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 09 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 08 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,750 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Lemon, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Udumalpet APMC posted this Lemon rate on 21 Aug 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.