As fresh arrivals settled on 16 Aug 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹16,000 per quintal in Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹18,000
- Lowest Price Today₹14,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹16,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Lemon rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 83.0% above the period average and just 11.1% 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 16 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 5 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 7 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 8 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,250 |
| 9 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,250 |
| 10 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 11 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 12 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.
The ₹4,750 (36.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹18,000, with the average around ₹8,744. 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 | ₹18,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Lemon yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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, Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Lemon rate on 16 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.