As the 21 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Lemon was quoted at ₹12,100 per quintal in Palakkad Market APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹13,000
- Lowest Price Today₹11,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 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.
Today's rate is about 75.5% above the period average and just 13.6% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Lemon rates across the markets that reported on 21 Aug 2026, so you can see where Palakkad Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹21,000 |
| 2 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,000 |
| 3 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,000 |
| 4 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 5 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,050 |
| 6 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,750 |
| 7 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,750 |
| 8 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,750 |
| 9 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,750 |
| 10 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 11 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 12 Velayuthampalayam(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.
That ₹4,500 (27.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lemon fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
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
Before carting Lemon to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 21 Aug 2026, Lemon traded at this rate in Palakkad Market APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.