From today's trading desk on 08 Aug 2026, Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Lemon, clocking the day's best rate at ₹13,750 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹14,000
- Lowest Price Today₹13,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹13,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date08 Aug 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Lemon rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Lemon is about 38.1% above the period average — just 1.8% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Lemon rates across active mandis for 08 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹13,750 |
| 2 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,650 |
| 3 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 4 Perundurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 5 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 6 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 7 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 8 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 9 Vadaseri APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Tindivanam APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Karimangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹9,500 |
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 ₹4,250 (44.7%) 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 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹14,000, with the average around ₹9,955. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,500 | ₹13,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,500 | ₹13,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹13,500 | ₹13,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,750 |
| 02 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,500 | ₹10,750 |
| 01 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹10,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹10,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹10,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,250 |
| 29 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 27 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 26 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 25 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 21 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 20 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
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
In short, Lemon found its strongest bid at Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 08 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.