Going by the latest APMC figures for 18 Aug 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹15,500 per quintal in AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Lemon arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹18,000
- Lowest Price Today₹13,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹15,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 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.
This puts Lemon about 51.3% above the period average, and just 13.9% 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
Here's how Lemon rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹19,000 |
| 2 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 3 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 4 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,750 |
| 5 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,750 |
| 6 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,250 |
| 7 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,250 |
| 8 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 9 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 10 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 11 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,750 |
| 12 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lemon.
That ₹3,500 (22.6%) 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 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹18,000, with the average around ₹10,246. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹15,500 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,500 | ₹13,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹13,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹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
Before carting Lemon to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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: AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Lemon at this level on 18 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.