Here's the 18 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Lemon was quoted at ₹14,000 per quintal in Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹14,000
- Lowest Price Today₹14,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹14,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Lemon is about 41.7% above the period average, sitting just 6.7% 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
This table ranks Lemon rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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.
At ₹3,500 (22.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lemon matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹15,000, with the average around ₹9,879. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹13,750 |
| 16 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
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
Farmers comparing Lemon rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Lemon stood at Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 18 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.