In today's crop-price rundown for 20 Aug 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹4,820 per quintal in Himatnagar(Veg.Market Himatnagar) 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
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,820
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityLemon (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 1.8% above the period average and just 12.4% 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 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thrippunithura Market APMC Leader | ₹20,000 |
| 2 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 3 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 4 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 5 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,750 |
| 6 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,650 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,750 |
| 8 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,750 |
| 9 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 10 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 11 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 12 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹3,500 (21.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Lemon prices at Himatnagar(Veg.Market Himatnagar) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹4,736. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,820 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,820 |
| 19 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 18 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,860 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,820 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,900 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,850 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,920 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,960 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,820 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,900 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,780 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,450 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,700 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Himatnagar(Veg.Market Himatnagar) APMC posted this Lemon rate on 20 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.