Turning to the 21 Aug 2026 APMC board, Lemon was quoted at ₹16,500 per quintal in Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Lemon arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹17,000
- Lowest Price Today₹16,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹16,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Lemon rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Lemon about 17.9% below the period average, and just 41.1% 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 21 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹21,000 |
| 2 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,000 |
| 3 Jameenrayapettai(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 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 11 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 12 Kovilpatti(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.
At ₹4,500 (27.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lemon matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹10,000 and ₹28,000, with the average around ₹20,086. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Nov | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 11 Nov | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 10 Nov | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 09 Nov | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 08 Nov | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 07 Nov | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 06 Nov | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 05 Nov | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 04 Nov | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 03 Nov | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 02 Nov | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 01 Nov | ₹22,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 31 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 30 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 29 Oct | ₹23,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 28 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 27 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
| 26 Oct | ₹23,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 25 Oct | ₹23,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 24 Oct | ₹25,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,500 |
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
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Lemon was priced at this level in Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 21 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.