From today's trading desk on 27 Aug 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹4,500 per quintal in Padra 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₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date27 Aug 2026
- CommodityLemon (Other)
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.
At this level, Lemon is about 16.8% above the period average, sitting just 25.0% 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 27 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹21,000 |
| 2 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,000 |
| 3 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,000 |
| 4 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,400 |
| 5 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 6 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,750 |
| 7 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,750 |
| 8 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,750 |
| 9 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 10 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 11 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 12 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lemon.
At ₹3,000 (16.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lemon matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at Padra APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹3,854. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,250 |
| 21 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 12 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,250 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Lemon stood at Padra APMC on 27 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.