Checking the day's mandi numbers for 09 Aug 2026, Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Lemon, clocking the day's best rate at ₹12,500 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹13,000
- Lowest Price Today₹12,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date09 Aug 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Lemon rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Lemon is about 13.4% above the period average, sitting just 16.7% 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 09 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹12,500 |
| 2 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,750 |
| 3 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 4 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 5 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 6 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 7 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 8 RSPuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 9 Vadaseri APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Karimangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹9,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹3,000 (31.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹7,500 and ₹15,000, with the average around ₹11,019. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,300 | ₹13,650 |
| 07 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,300 | ₹13,650 |
| 06 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,200 | ₹13,600 |
| 05 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,200 | ₹13,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,200 | ₹13,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,200 | ₹13,600 |
| 01 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 29 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 28 Jul | ₹11,600 | ₹11,400 | ₹11,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹11,600 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,300 |
| 26 Jul | ₹11,500 | ₹10,800 | ₹11,150 |
| 25 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹10,500 | ₹10,750 |
| 24 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹10,300 | ₹10,650 |
| 23 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹10,500 | ₹10,750 |
| 21 Jul | ₹10,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,250 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC led Lemon on 09 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.