Going by the latest APMC figures for 17 Aug 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹6,600 per quintal in Tiruchengode APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 12.1% above the period average and just 26.7% 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 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹17,750 |
| 2 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,750 |
| 3 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 4 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 5 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,400 |
| 6 Denduluru APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 7 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 8 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 9 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,750 |
| 10 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 11 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 12 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lemon.
The ₹2,750 (18.3%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at Tiruchengode APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹5,885. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,600 |
| 16 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,150 |
| 15 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,150 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,700 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,700 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,700 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 02 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Lemon traded at this rate in Tiruchengode 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.