Going by the latest APMC figures for 19 Aug 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹14,500 per quintal in Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Lemon yards.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
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₹15,000
- Lowest Price Today₹14,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹14,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Lemon about 57.1% above the period average, and just 3.3% 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 19 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹17,750 |
| 2 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,500 |
| 3 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹17,200 |
| 4 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,750 |
| 5 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,750 |
| 6 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 7 Vadaseri APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 8 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 9 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 10 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 11 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 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.
A spread of ₹2,250 (14.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹15,000, with the average around ₹9,227. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 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 |
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
When picking where to sell Lemon, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Lemon was priced at this level in Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 19 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.