With the 26 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Lemon was quoted at ₹16,500 per quintal in Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹17,000
- Lowest Price Today₹16,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹16,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Aug 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Lemon about 61.0% above the period average, and just 2.9% 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
The table below lines up Lemon rates across the markets that reported on 26 Aug 2026, so you can see where Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹19,500 |
| 2 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,150 |
| 3 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 4 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,750 |
| 5 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,750 |
| 6 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,500 |
| 7 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 8 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 9 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,750 |
| 10 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,500 |
| 11 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,500 |
| 12 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,500 |
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 ₹2,000 (11.4%) 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 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹17,000, with the average around ₹10,246. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹14,500 | ₹14,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 07 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
Farmers comparing Lemon rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Lemon was priced at this level in Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 26 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.