As the 16 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Lemon was quoted at ₹12,500 per quintal in AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹14,000
- Lowest Price Today₹11,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 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.
This puts Lemon about 23.5% above the period average, and just 21.9% 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
This table ranks Lemon rates across active mandis for 16 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹17,750 |
| 2 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,750 |
| 3 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 4 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 5 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 7 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 8 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,250 |
| 9 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,250 |
| 10 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 11 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 12 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
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.
The ₹4,750 (36.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹16,000, with the average around ₹10,123. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹15,500 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,500 | ₹13,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹13,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,250 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,250 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Lemon at this level on 16 Aug 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.