As fresh arrivals settled on 21 Aug 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹8,100 per quintal in SMY Nadaun APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Lemon today.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,200
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityLemon (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Lemon rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 4.7% above the period average and just 19.0% 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
The table below lines up Lemon rates across the markets that reported on 21 Aug 2026, so you can see where SMY Nadaun APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹21,000 |
| 2 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,000 |
| 3 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,000 |
| 4 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 5 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,050 |
| 6 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,750 |
| 7 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,750 |
| 8 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,750 |
| 9 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,750 |
| 10 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 11 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 12 Gandhigramam(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.
At ₹4,500 (27.3%), 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 SMY Nadaun APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹7,739. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 20 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 25 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,600 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,550 |
| 23 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,400 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,350 |
| 21 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 17 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 14 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, SMY Nadaun APMC posted this Lemon rate on 21 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.