As fresh arrivals settled on 16 Aug 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹13,000 per quintal in Piravam Market APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Lemon markets in the table that follows.
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₹14,000
- Lowest Price Today₹12,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹13,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityLemon (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 4.3% below the period average and just 48.0% 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
The table below lines up Lemon rates across the markets that reported on 16 Aug 2026, so you can see where Piravam Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 5 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 7 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 8 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,250 |
| 9 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,250 |
| 10 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 11 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 12 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
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.
At ₹4,750 (36.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lemon matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at Piravam Market APMC ranged between ₹8,000 and ₹25,000, with the average around ₹13,586. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹13,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹25,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹13,500 | ₹14,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 19 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 15 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 11 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 09 Jul | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 08 Jul | ₹17,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
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
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 16 Aug 2026, Lemon traded at this rate in Piravam Market 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.