Going by the latest APMC figures for 20 Aug 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹18,000 per quintal in Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Lemon markets in the table that follows.
01What Put Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹18,000
- Lowest Price Today₹18,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹18,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 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 96.3% above the period average and right at 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 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thrippunithura Market APMC Leader | ₹20,000 |
| 2 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 3 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 4 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 5 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,750 |
| 6 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,650 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,750 |
| 8 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,750 |
| 9 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 10 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 11 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 12 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
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 ₹3,500 (21.2%) 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 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹18,000, with the average around ₹9,168. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 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 |
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 headline Lemon rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Lemon rate on 20 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.