With the 22 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Lemon was quoted at ₹16,000 per quintal in Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- 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.
This puts Lemon about 100.3% above the period average, and just 5.9% 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
The table below lines up Lemon rates across the markets that reported on 22 Aug 2026, so you can see where Singampunari(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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lemon.
At ₹3,250 (18.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lemon matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,600 and ₹17,000, with the average around ₹7,990. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 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 | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 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 |
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 day's best Lemon rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Lemon at this level on 22 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.