In today's crop-price rundown for 31 Aug 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹13,500 per quintal in Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹14,000
- Lowest Price Today₹13,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹13,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Lemon rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Lemon about 66.0% above the period average, and just 15.6% 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 31 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,750 |
| 2 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 3 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 4 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 5 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Banthara APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 7 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 8 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 9 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 10 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,500 |
| 11 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,500 |
| 12 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lemon.
That ₹7,750 (38.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lemon fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹16,000, with the average around ₹8,133. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 30 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 25 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 16 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹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
The day's best Lemon rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Lemon was priced at this level in Sooramangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 31 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.