In the latest market update for 24 Aug 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹7,500 per quintal in Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Lemon rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Lemon is about 10.0% below the period average, sitting just 53.1% 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
Here's how Lemon rates stacked up across reporting markets on 24 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹21,000 |
| 2 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,000 |
| 3 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 4 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 5 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 6 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,750 |
| 7 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,500 |
| 8 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 9 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,750 |
| 10 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,750 |
| 11 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 12 Udumalpet APMC | ₹17,000 |
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 ₹4,000 (23.5%) 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 Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹16,000, with the average around ₹8,333. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹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
Going to the top Lemon market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
All told, this is where Lemon stood at Udhagamandalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 24 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.