Here's the 20 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Lemon was quoted at ₹5,100 per quintal in Tiphra APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
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₹5,200
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Lemon rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Lemon is about 16.7% below the period average, sitting just 46.3% 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
This table ranks Lemon rates across active mandis for 20 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thrippunithura Market APMC Leader | ₹20,000 |
| 2 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 3 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 4 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 5 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,750 |
| 6 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,650 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,750 |
| 8 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,750 |
| 9 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 10 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 11 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 12 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
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.
That ₹3,500 (21.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lemon fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at Tiphra APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹9,500, with the average around ₹6,122. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 17 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,900 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,100 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,100 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,100 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 27 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 25 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
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
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 Tiphra APMC on 20 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.