From today's trading desk on 22 Aug 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹16,500 per quintal in Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹17,500
- Lowest Price Today₹15,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹16,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Aug 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Lemon is about 107.3% above the period average — just 5.7% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Lemon rates across active mandis for 22 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹21,000 |
| 2 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 3 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,750 |
| 4 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,750 |
| 5 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 6 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 7 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,500 |
| 8 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,200 |
| 9 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 10 Denduluru APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 11 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 12 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,750 |
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.
That ₹3,250 (18.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lemon fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,600 and ₹17,500, with the average around ₹7,960. 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 | ₹17,500 | ₹15,500 | ₹16,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹17,500 | ₹15,500 | ₹16,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 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 |
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
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
To wrap up, Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Lemon rate on 22 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.