In the mandi rate roundup for 17 Aug 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹4,510 per quintal in Patran APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
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₹4,510
- Lowest Price Today₹4,510
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,510
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityLemon (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Lemon about 6.9% above the period average, and just 14.6% 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 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,750 |
| 9 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 10 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 11 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
| 12 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
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 ₹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.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at Patran APMC ranged between ₹3,200 and ₹5,280, with the average around ₹4,218. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹4,510 | ₹4,510 | ₹4,510 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,760 | ₹4,760 | ₹4,760 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,380 | ₹3,380 | ₹3,380 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,910 | ₹3,910 | ₹3,910 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,050 | ₹5,050 | ₹5,050 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,520 | ₹4,520 | ₹4,520 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,920 | ₹4,920 | ₹4,920 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,280 | ₹4,280 | ₹4,280 |
| 20 Jul | ₹4,590 | ₹4,590 | ₹4,590 |
| 17 Jul | ₹3,290 | ₹3,290 | ₹3,290 |
| 16 Jul | ₹3,290 | ₹3,290 | ₹3,290 |
| 15 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 10 Jul | ₹5,180 | ₹5,180 | ₹5,180 |
| 09 Jul | ₹4,270 | ₹4,270 | ₹4,270 |
| 08 Jul | ₹4,480 | ₹4,480 | ₹4,480 |
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, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Patran 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.