Going by the latest APMC figures for 17 Aug 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹5,750 per quintal in Perundurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Perundurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 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.
Today's rate is about 18.9% below the period average and just 52.1% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Lemon rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 11 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 12 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lemon.
That ₹4,000 (29.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lemon fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at Perundurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,600 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹7,086. 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 | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 16 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 15 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,650 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,650 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 08 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,650 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 02 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 01 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
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
The headline Lemon rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Lemon traded at this rate in Perundurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.