Based on what the markets reported on 31 Aug 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹24,000 per quintal in Banthara APMC. See where this sits in the day's Lemon range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹24,000
- Lowest Price Today₹24,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹24,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityLemon (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 5-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Lemon is about 40.9% above the period average, sitting just 4.5% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Lemon rates stacked up across reporting markets on 31 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,750 |
| 2 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 3 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 4 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 5 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Banthara APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 7 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 8 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 9 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 10 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,500 |
| 11 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,500 |
| 12 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
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.
The ₹7,750 (38.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
055-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 5 days, Lemon prices at Banthara APMC ranged between ₹8,665 and ₹25,143, with the average around ₹17,037. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,665 | ₹8,665 | ₹8,665 |
| 31 Jul | ₹25,143 | ₹20,364 | ₹22,753 |
| 07 Jul | ₹8,922 | ₹8,922 | ₹8,922 |
| 30 Jun | ₹21,091 | ₹17,883 | ₹20,844 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Lemon stood at Banthara APMC on 31 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.