Here's the 17 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Lemon was quoted at ₹11,500 per quintal in Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- 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.
At this level, Lemon is about 57.8% above the period average, sitting just 8.0% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
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 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,750 |
| 9 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 10 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 11 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 12 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lemon.
At ₹4,000 (29.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lemon matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,600 and ₹12,500, with the average around ₹7,287. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
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 | ₹11,200 | ₹9,200 | ₹10,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,700 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,700 |
| 09 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹8,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,700 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹8,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹8,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹8,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹8,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,700 |
| 02 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,700 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,700 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,700 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,700 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,700 |
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
Selling Lemon well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Lemon rate at Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 17 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.