Reading today's price tape for 24 Aug 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹16,000 per quintal in Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹17,000
- Lowest Price Today₹15,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹16,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Lemon rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Lemon is about 102.9% above the period average — just 5.9% 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 24 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹21,000 |
| 2 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,000 |
| 3 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 4 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,750 |
| 5 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,500 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,750 |
| 8 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,750 |
| 9 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 10 Udumalpet APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 11 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 12 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,000 |
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.
The ₹4,000 (23.5%) 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 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹17,000, with the average around ₹7,885. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Lemon yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
To wrap up, Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Lemon rate on 24 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.