As fresh arrivals settled on 19 Aug 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹19,000 per quintal in Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹18,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹19,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 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.
Today's rate is about 81.8% above the period average and just 5.0% 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
This table ranks Lemon rates across active mandis for 19 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹19,000 |
| 2 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 3 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 4 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,750 |
| 5 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,500 |
| 6 Thrippunithura Market APMC | ₹17,200 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,750 |
| 8 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,750 |
| 9 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 10 Vadaseri APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 11 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 12 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
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 ₹2,500 (15.2%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹20,000, with the average around ₹10,451. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
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
For Lemon, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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, Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Lemon rate on 19 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.