In the latest market update for 17 Aug 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹16,400 per quintal in Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Lemon markets.
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₹16,800
- Lowest Price Today₹16,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹16,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Lemon rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Lemon is about 42.4% above the period average, sitting just 2.4% 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
The table below lines up Lemon rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Dharmapuri(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 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 5 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,400 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 7 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 8 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,750 |
| 9 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 10 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 11 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 12 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹2,750 (18.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lemon matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹7,500 and ₹16,800, with the average around ₹11,515. 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 | ₹16,800 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,400 |
| 16 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹15,500 | ₹14,500 | ₹15,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹15,500 | ₹14,800 | ₹15,150 |
| 11 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹14,200 | ₹14,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹13,500 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,250 |
| 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 |
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
Selling Lemon well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Lemon rate at Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 17 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.