From today's trading desk on 16 Aug 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹15,250 per quintal in Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Lemon markets.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹15,500
- Lowest Price Today₹15,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹15,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
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.
Right now Lemon is about 45.1% above the period average — just 1.6% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Lemon rates across active mandis for 16 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lemon.
The ₹4,750 (36.5%) 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 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹15,500, with the average around ₹10,510. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹15,500 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,250 |
| 15 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹14,500 | ₹14,750 |
| 14 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹14,500 | ₹14,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹14,500 | ₹14,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹15,500 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,250 |
| 11 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,500 | ₹13,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹13,500 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,250 |
| 09 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 08 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,500 | ₹13,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,500 | ₹13,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,500 | ₹13,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,750 |
| 02 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,500 | ₹10,750 |
| 01 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹10,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹10,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹10,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,250 |
| 29 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,250 |
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
Selling Lemon well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In short, Lemon changed hands at this rate in Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 16 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.