In today's crop-price rundown for 17 Aug 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹8,900 per quintal in Tiphra APMC. This is one of several Lemon rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 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.
Today's rate is about 45.4% above the period average and just 6.3% 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 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
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.
That ₹2,750 (18.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lemon fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at Tiphra APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹9,500, with the average around ₹6,120. 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 | ₹9,000 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,900 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,100 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,100 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,100 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 27 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 25 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 21 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
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
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Lemon traded at this rate in Tiphra APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.