In the day's wholesale-price digest for 27 Aug 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹11,000 per quintal in SMY Palampur APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date27 Aug 2026
- CommodityLemon (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Lemon is about 49.6% above the period average — just 8.3% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Lemon rates across active mandis for 27 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
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 SMY Palampur APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹7,353. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
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
For Lemon, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
In short, Lemon changed hands at this rate in SMY Palampur APMC on 27 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.