In the price report dated 17 Aug 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹8,888 per quintal in Banur APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,888
- Lowest Price Today₹8,888
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,888
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityLemon (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Lemon about 1.6% above the period average, and just 0.1% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Lemon rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹17,750 |
| 2 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,750 |
| 3 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 4 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 5 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,400 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 7 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 8 Denduluru APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 9 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,750 |
| 10 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 11 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 12 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lemon.
At ₹2,750 (18.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lemon matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Lemon prices at Banur APMC ranged between ₹8,600 and ₹8,900, with the average around ₹8,747. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹8,888 | ₹8,888 | ₹8,888 |
| 14 Aug | ₹8,815 | ₹8,815 | ₹8,815 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,900 | ₹8,900 | ₹8,900 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 |
| 02 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,660 | ₹8,660 | ₹8,660 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 |
| 27 Jul | ₹8,700 | ₹8,700 | ₹8,700 |
| 15 Jul | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,600 |
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
Selling Lemon well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Banur APMC reported Lemon at this level on 17 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.