Reading today's price tape for 22 Aug 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹16,000 per quintal in Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Lemon yard so you can see where this one falls.
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₹15,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹16,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 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.
At this level, Lemon is about 107.2% above the period average, sitting just 5.9% short of 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
The table below lines up Lemon rates across the markets that reported on 22 Aug 2026, so you can see where Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹21,000 |
| 2 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 3 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,750 |
| 4 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,750 |
| 5 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 6 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 7 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,500 |
| 8 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,200 |
| 9 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 10 Denduluru APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 11 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 12 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,750 |
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 ₹3,250 (18.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lemon fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹17,000, with the average around ₹7,721. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
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
The headline Lemon rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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 Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 22 Aug 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.