In the mandi rate roundup for 15 Aug 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹11,500 per quintal in Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. This is one of several Lemon rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What Put Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,000
- Lowest Price Today₹11,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Aug 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Lemon rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 66.9% above the period average and just 4.2% 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
Here's how Lemon rates stacked up across reporting markets on 15 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹15,500 |
| 2 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 3 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,750 |
| 4 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 5 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 6 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,750 |
| 7 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,750 |
| 8 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 9 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 10 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,250 |
| 11 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 12 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹13,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹2,500 (19.2%) 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 Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹6,892. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
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
Selling Lemon well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
Net-net, Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Lemon rate on 15 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.