In the mandi rate roundup for 18 Aug 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹7,000 per quintal in Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. This is one of several Lemon rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Lemon arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 4.8% below the period average, and just 22.2% 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
This table ranks Lemon rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹18,000 |
| 2 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,750 |
| 3 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,750 |
| 4 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,250 |
| 5 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,250 |
| 6 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 7 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 8 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,750 |
| 9 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 10 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 11 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 12 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lemon.
The ₹3,000 (20.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹7,355. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
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 day's best Lemon rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Lemon at this level on 18 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.