In the price report dated 12 Aug 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹8,500 per quintal in Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Lemon today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 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 20.3% above the period average and just 30.3% 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 12 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹15,250 |
| 2 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,150 |
| 3 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,750 |
| 4 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,750 |
| 5 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 6 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 7 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 8 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 9 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 10 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 11 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 12 Piravam Market APMC | ₹13,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lemon.
At ₹2,250 (17.3%), 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 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹12,200, with the average around ₹7,064. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug | ₹12,200 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,850 |
| 12 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,600 |
| 09 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,600 |
| 08 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹8,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹7,600 | ₹8,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹7,400 | ₹8,300 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,700 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,900 |
| 02 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,800 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,400 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,400 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,400 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,400 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,800 |
| 26 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,800 |
| 25 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,800 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Lemon rate on 12 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.