Turning to the 25 Aug 2026 APMC board, Lemon was quoted at ₹5,500 per quintal in Balachaur APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date25 Aug 2026
- CommodityLemon (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 8.7% below the period average and just 31.3% 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
Here's how Lemon rates stacked up across reporting markets on 25 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹21,000 |
| 2 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 3 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,400 |
| 4 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,250 |
| 5 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 6 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 7 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,750 |
| 8 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,750 |
| 9 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,500 |
| 10 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,500 |
| 11 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 12 Udumalpet APMC | ₹17,000 |
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 ₹4,000 (23.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lemon matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Lemon prices at Balachaur APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹6,025. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,700 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
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
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Balachaur APMC posted this Lemon rate on 25 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.