From today's trading desk on 31 Aug 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹20,500 per quintal in Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
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₹21,000
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹20,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 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 59.5% 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
This table ranks Lemon rates across active mandis for 31 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,750 |
| 2 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 3 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 4 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 5 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 7 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 8 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 9 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,500 |
| 10 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,500 |
| 11 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 12 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lemon.
That ₹8,250 (42.3%) 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 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹7,500 and ₹21,000, with the average around ₹12,851. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹20,500 |
| 30 Aug | ₹20,200 | ₹19,200 | ₹19,700 |
| 29 Aug | ₹19,600 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,300 |
| 28 Aug | ₹19,800 | ₹19,500 | ₹19,650 |
| 27 Aug | ₹19,800 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,400 |
| 26 Aug | ₹19,600 | ₹18,700 | ₹19,150 |
| 25 Aug | ₹19,800 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,400 |
| 24 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹18,600 | ₹18,400 | ₹18,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹18,600 | ₹17,800 | ₹18,200 |
| 21 Aug | ₹18,600 | ₹17,500 | ₹18,050 |
| 20 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹17,300 | ₹17,650 |
| 19 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹17,500 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,250 |
| 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 |
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
Going to the top Lemon market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Lemon stood at Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 31 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.