Based on what the markets reported on 16 Aug 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹11,500 per quintal in Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,000
- Lowest Price Today₹11,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Lemon is about 27.3% above the period average — just 11.5% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Lemon rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 5 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 7 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 8 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,250 |
| 9 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,250 |
| 10 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 11 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 12 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
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 ₹4,750 (36.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹13,000, with the average around ₹9,034. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Lemon today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In short, Lemon changed hands at this rate in Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 16 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.