Looking at how the yards traded on 19 Aug 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹8,750 per quintal in SMY Dharamshala APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
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₹9,500
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Lemon is about 21.1% above the period average, sitting just 16.7% 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 19 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹19,000 |
| 2 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 3 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 4 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,750 |
| 5 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,500 |
| 6 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹17,200 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,750 |
| 8 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,750 |
| 9 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 10 Vadaseri APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 11 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 12 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lemon.
A spread of ₹2,500 (15.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at SMY Dharamshala APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹10,500, with the average around ₹7,224. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,750 |
| 19 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,750 |
| 18 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 17 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,650 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,650 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,650 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 06 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,750 |
| 29 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,250 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Lemon, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Lemon rate at SMY Dharamshala APMC on 19 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.