As fresh arrivals settled on 16 Aug 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹11,000 per quintal in Tamarainagar(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₹12,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Lemon about 29.4% above the period average, and just 26.7% 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 16 Aug 2026, so you can see where Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹17,750 |
| 2 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,750 |
| 3 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 4 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 5 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 7 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 8 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,250 |
| 9 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,250 |
| 10 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 11 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 12 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
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 ₹4,750 (36.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lemon fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹15,000, with the average around ₹8,498. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
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
For Lemon, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Lemon at this level on 16 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.