In the day's wholesale-price digest for 23 Aug 2026, SMY Bhuntar APMC stood at the front of the pack for Lemon, clocking the day's best rate at ₹9,500 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Lemon.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,500
- Reporting Mandis3
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityLemon (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Lemon is about 30.8% above the period average — just 20.8% 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
Here's how Lemon rates stacked up across reporting markets on 23 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 SMY Bhuntar APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Perumbavoor Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Tanda Urmur APMC | ₹6,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹3,000 (46.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at SMY Bhuntar APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹7,265. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 16 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 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 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Lemon today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
In short, Lemon found its strongest bid at SMY Bhuntar APMC on 23 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.