In the price report dated 31 Jul 2026, Lemon climbed 15.38% in a single session, with the modal rate pushing up to ₹2,750 per quintal. Spikes this fast often mean short supply running into firm demand.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Jul 2026
- CommodityLemon (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Lemon rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 13.9% below the period average and just 54.2% 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
The table below lines up Lemon rates across the markets that reported on 31 Jul 2026, so you can see where Surat APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Banthara APMC Leader | ₹25,143 |
| 2 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,750 |
| 3 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 4 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 5 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 6 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 7 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 8 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 9 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 10 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 11 Denduluru APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 12 Perundurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
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 ₹14,643 (139.5%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at Surat APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹3,193. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,250 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,250 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 25 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,250 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,250 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 16 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 15 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 11 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 10 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 09 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,750 |
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
When picking where to sell Lemon, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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 sum up, Lemon had a notable up-day on 31 Jul 2026. Keeping an eye on daily rates, arrival volumes and nearby markets over the next few sessions will show whether the move sticks.
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.