Here's the 12 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Lemon was quoted at ₹6,800 per quintal in SMY Bhuntar APMC. This is one of several Lemon rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 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.
Right now Lemon is about 4.2% below the period average — just 43.3% 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
The table below lines up Lemon rates across the markets that reported on 12 Aug 2026, so you can see where SMY Bhuntar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹15,250 |
| 2 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,150 |
| 3 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,750 |
| 4 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,750 |
| 5 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 6 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 7 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 8 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 9 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 10 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 11 Piravam Market APMC | ₹13,000 |
| 12 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
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 ₹2,250 (17.3%), 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 Bhuntar APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹7,098. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 09 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,700 |
| 05 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,300 |
| 02 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 26 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,900 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
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
In short, Lemon changed hands at this rate in SMY Bhuntar APMC on 12 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.