With the 24 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Lemon was quoted at ₹9,500 per quintal in Keelpennathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 1.9% above the period average and just 5.0% 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
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 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 4 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 5 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 6 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,750 |
| 7 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,500 |
| 8 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 9 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,750 |
| 10 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,750 |
| 11 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 12 Udumalpet APMC | ₹17,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹4,000 (23.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at Keelpennathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹7,500 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹9,327. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 14 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 05 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 02 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 01 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 29 Jun | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Keelpennathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Lemon rate on 24 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.