With the 15 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Lemon was quoted at ₹12,000 per quintal in Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
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₹12,500
- Lowest Price Today₹11,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Aug 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 59.2% above the period average and just 4.0% 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
The table below lines up Lemon rates across the markets that reported on 15 Aug 2026, so you can see where Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹15,500 |
| 2 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 3 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,750 |
| 4 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 5 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 6 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,750 |
| 7 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,750 |
| 8 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 9 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 10 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,250 |
| 11 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 12 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lemon.
At ₹2,500 (19.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lemon matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹12,500, with the average around ₹7,537. 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 | ₹12,500 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹12,500 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹12,500 | ₹11,500 | ₹12,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
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
When picking where to sell Lemon, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Lemon rate on 15 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.