Going by the latest APMC figures for 23 Aug 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹7,500 per quintal in Mohanur(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
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 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.
This puts Lemon about 22.9% above the period average, and just 16.7% 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
Here's how Lemon rates stacked up across reporting markets on 23 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹19,750 |
| 2 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 3 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 4 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,500 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 6 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,750 |
| 7 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,500 |
| 8 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,250 |
| 9 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 10 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 11 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 12 Sampath Nagar(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.
At ₹3,250 (19.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lemon matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,400 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹6,102. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,400 |
| 15 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,600 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,300 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,700 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,600 |
| 09 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,600 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,300 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,600 |
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
For Lemon, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
The takeaway: Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Lemon at this level on 23 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.