Reading today's price tape for 21 Aug 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹16,500 per quintal in Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC on Top Today
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
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Lemon rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Lemon is about 117.2% 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 21 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹21,000 |
| 2 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,000 |
| 3 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,000 |
| 4 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 5 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,050 |
| 6 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,750 |
| 7 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,750 |
| 8 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,750 |
| 9 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,750 |
| 10 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 11 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 12 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lemon.
A spread of ₹4,500 (27.3%) 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 ₹7,598. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 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 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Lemon, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC logged this Lemon rate on 21 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.