With the 31 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Lemon was quoted at ₹17,500 per quintal in Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Lemon markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹18,000
- Lowest Price Today₹17,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹17,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Lemon rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Lemon about 68.3% above the period average, and just 2.8% 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 31 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,750 |
| 2 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 3 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 4 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 5 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 6 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,500 |
| 7 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,500 |
| 8 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 10 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,450 |
| 11 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,250 |
| 12 Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
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.
That ₹8,750 (46.1%) 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 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹18,000, with the average around ₹10,396. 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 | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 30 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 28 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹17,600 | ₹17,800 |
| 27 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,500 | ₹15,750 |
| 22 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 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 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Lemon at this level on 31 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.