In the latest market update for 31 Aug 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹15,000 per quintal in Manapparai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹15,000
- Lowest Price Today₹15,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹15,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 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.
At this level, Lemon is about 120.9% above the period average, sitting right at 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
This table ranks Lemon rates across active mandis for 31 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,750 |
| 2 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 3 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 4 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 5 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 7 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 8 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 9 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,500 |
| 10 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,500 |
| 11 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 12 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
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.
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 Manapparai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹15,000, with the average around ₹6,791. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 30 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Lemon stood at Manapparai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 31 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.