In the latest market update for 18 Aug 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹16,500 per quintal in Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹17,000
- Lowest Price Today₹16,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹16,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Lemon rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Lemon is about 75.1% above the period average — just 2.9% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Lemon rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹19,000 |
| 2 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 3 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 4 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,750 |
| 5 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,750 |
| 6 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,250 |
| 7 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,250 |
| 8 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 9 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 10 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 11 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,750 |
| 12 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
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 ₹3,500 (22.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹17,000, with the average around ₹9,425. 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 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹14,500 | ₹14,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
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
Going to the top Lemon market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
In short, Lemon changed hands at this rate in Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.