Looking at how the yards traded on 19 Aug 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹16,500 per quintal in Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
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₹17,000
- Lowest Price Today₹16,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹16,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Lemon is about 126.1% above the period average — just 2.9% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
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 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹19,000 |
| 2 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 3 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 4 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,750 |
| 5 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,500 |
| 6 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹17,200 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,750 |
| 8 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,750 |
| 9 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 10 Vadaseri APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 11 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 12 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹16,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,500 (15.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹17,000, with the average around ₹7,297. 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 | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹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
Before carting Lemon to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach 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
To wrap up, Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC logged this Lemon rate on 19 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.