Going by the latest APMC figures for 29 Aug 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹22,000 per quintal in Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Lemon yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹22,000
- Lowest Price Today₹22,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹22,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 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.
Today's rate is about 115.6% 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 29 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,750 |
| 2 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,750 |
| 3 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 4 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 5 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 6 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 7 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,000 |
| 8 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 9 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹19,600 |
| 10 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 11 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 12 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lemon.
A spread of ₹8,250 (42.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹22,000, with the average around ₹10,205. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹16,500 | ₹17,750 |
| 22 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,500 |
| 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 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Lemon rate on 29 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.