In the mandi rate roundup for 17 Aug 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹11,500 per quintal in Usilampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,000
- Lowest Price Today₹11,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 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.
Today's rate is about 62.3% 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
This table ranks Lemon rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹17,750 |
| 2 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,750 |
| 3 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 4 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 5 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,400 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 7 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 8 Denduluru APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 9 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,750 |
| 10 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 11 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 12 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
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.
The ₹2,750 (18.3%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at Usilampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹7,087. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 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 |
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 on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Usilampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Lemon rate on 17 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.