In the latest market update for 20 Aug 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹13,600 per quintal in Palakkad Market APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What Put Palakkad Market APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹14,000
- Lowest Price Today₹13,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹13,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 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.
At this level, Lemon is about 97.3% above the period average, sitting just 2.9% 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 20 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thrippunithura Market APMC Leader | ₹20,000 |
| 2 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 3 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 4 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 5 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,750 |
| 6 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,650 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,750 |
| 8 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,750 |
| 9 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 10 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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 gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
The ₹3,500 (21.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at Palakkad Market APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹14,000, with the average around ₹6,894. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,100 |
| 20 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,600 |
| 19 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,500 | ₹11,300 |
| 18 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,500 | ₹11,300 |
| 17 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,500 | ₹11,300 |
| 14 Aug | ₹11,100 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,100 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,700 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,100 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,600 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,100 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,100 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,700 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,600 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Lemon stood at Palakkad Market APMC on 20 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.