With the 28 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Lemon was quoted at ₹11,500 per quintal in Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
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
- Date28 Aug 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 101.4% 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 28 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹21,000 |
| 2 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 3 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,750 |
| 4 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,650 |
| 5 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 6 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 7 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 8 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,750 |
| 9 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,750 |
| 10 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,750 |
| 11 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 12 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
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 ₹3,000 (16.7%) 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 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹5,710. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 25 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 18 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹10,800 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,900 |
| 16 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,250 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
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
When picking where to sell Lemon, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Lemon rate on 28 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.