Here's the 17 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Lemon was quoted at ₹12,000 per quintal in Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Lemon today.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹13,000
- Lowest Price Today₹11,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 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 41.2% above the period average — just 20.0% 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 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹17,750 |
| 2 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,750 |
| 3 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 4 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 5 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,400 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 7 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 8 Denduluru APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 9 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,750 |
| 10 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 11 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 12 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹2,750 (18.3%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹15,000, with the average around ₹8,498. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
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
Before carting Lemon to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
To wrap up, Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Lemon rate on 17 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.