With the 13 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Lemon was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. This is one of several Lemon rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
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₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Aug 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 20.0% below the period average and just 33.3% 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 13 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹14,750 |
| 2 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,750 |
| 3 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 4 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 5 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 6 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹13,200 |
| 7 Piravam Market APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 8 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,750 |
| 9 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 10 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 11 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 12 Denduluru APMC | ₹12,000 |
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 ₹2,750 (22.9%) 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 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹10,000. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 26 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
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
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Lemon rate on 13 Aug 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.