In the mandi rate roundup for 02 Sep 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹16,500 per quintal in Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹17,000
- Lowest Price Today₹16,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹16,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date02 Sep 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.
Today's rate is about 55.5% above the period average and just 13.2% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Lemon rates stacked up across reporting markets on 02 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,000 |
| 2 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 3 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 4 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 5 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 6 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 7 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 8 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹23,400 |
| 9 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 10 Denduluru APMC | ₹22,000 |
| 11 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,750 |
| 12 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,750 |
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 ₹5,250 (24.1%) 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 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹19,000, with the average around ₹10,614. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03 Sep | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹19,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 30 Aug | ₹17,500 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,250 |
| 29 Aug | ₹17,500 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,250 |
| 28 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹17,500 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,250 |
| 22 Aug | ₹16,500 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,250 |
| 21 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹12,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,250 |
| 15 Aug | ₹12,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,250 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Lemon, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Lemon rate on 02 Sep 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.