With the 28 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Lemon was quoted at ₹13,500 per quintal in Sathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹14,000
- Lowest Price Today₹13,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹13,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 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.
Today's rate is about 98.4% above the period average and just 10.0% 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 28 Aug 2026, so you can see where Sathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹23,000 |
| 2 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,000 |
| 3 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 4 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,750 |
| 5 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,650 |
| 6 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 7 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 8 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 9 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,750 |
| 10 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,750 |
| 11 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,750 |
| 12 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lemon.
That ₹5,000 (27.8%) 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 Sathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹15,000, with the average around ₹6,806. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 28 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 16 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
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 yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Sathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Lemon rate on 28 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.