Reading today's price tape for 04 Sep 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹4,000 per quintal in Patiala APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date04 Sep 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Lemon rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Lemon is about 20.5% above the period average, sitting just 20.0% 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
The table below lines up Lemon rates across the markets that reported on 04 Sep 2026, so you can see where Patiala APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,500 |
| 2 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 3 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 4 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹25,000 |
| 5 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,750 |
| 6 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,750 |
| 7 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,500 |
| 8 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 9 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 11 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 12 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,200 |
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.
A spread of ₹4,300 (18.5%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at Patiala APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,319. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹4,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,600 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹3,100 | ₹4,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,200 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 29 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹3,400 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹3,100 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,400 |
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
When picking where to sell Lemon, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
All told, this is where Lemon stood at Patiala APMC on 04 Sep 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.