Going by the latest APMC figures for 13 Aug 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹5,500 per quintal in Balachaur APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Lemon yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 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 9.8% below the period average and just 31.3% 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
This table ranks Lemon rates across active mandis for 13 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹14,750 |
| 2 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,750 |
| 3 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 4 Dharmapuri(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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹2,750 (22.9%) 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 This Week Trend
Over the past week, Lemon prices at Balachaur APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹6,100. 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 | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,700 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Balachaur 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.