Reading today's price tape for 20 Aug 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹9,500 per quintal in Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Lemon markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Lemon is about 70.5% above the period average, sitting just 13.6% 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
This table ranks Lemon rates across active mandis for 20 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thrippunithura Market APMC Leader | ₹20,000 |
| 2 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 3 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 4 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 5 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,750 |
| 6 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,650 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,750 |
| 8 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,750 |
| 9 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 10 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 11 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 12 Sampath Nagar(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.
That ₹3,500 (21.2%) 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 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹11,000, with the average around ₹5,571. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
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
Farmers comparing Lemon rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Lemon rate at Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 20 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.