Checking the day's mandi numbers for 18 Aug 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹11,500 per quintal in Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Lemon markets.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,000
- Lowest Price Today₹11,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Lemon rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Lemon is about 128.1% above the period average — just 4.2% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Lemon rates stacked up across reporting markets on 18 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹19,000 |
| 2 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 3 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 4 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,750 |
| 5 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,750 |
| 6 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,250 |
| 7 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,250 |
| 8 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 9 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 10 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 11 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,750 |
| 12 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
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.
The ₹3,500 (22.6%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹5,042. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Lemon rate on 18 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.