In the mandi rate roundup for 05 Sep 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹21,750 per quintal in Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹22,000
- Lowest Price Today₹21,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹21,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Sep 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Lemon about 72.5% above the period average, and just 1.1% 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
The table below lines up Lemon rates across the markets that reported on 05 Sep 2026, so you can see where Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,750 |
| 2 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 3 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 4 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 5 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹24,350 |
| 6 Vadaseri APMC | ₹24,000 |
| 7 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,500 |
| 8 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,450 |
| 9 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,250 |
| 10 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 11 Singampunari(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
| 12 Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹23,000 |
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.
The ₹4,750 (20.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹6,500 and ₹22,000, with the average around ₹12,609. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹21,500 | ₹21,750 |
| 04 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹21,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹21,500 | ₹21,750 |
| 02 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹21,500 | ₹21,750 |
| 01 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹19,500 | ₹19,750 |
| 31 Aug | ₹19,500 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,250 |
| 30 Aug | ₹19,500 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,250 |
| 29 Aug | ₹19,500 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,250 |
| 28 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹18,500 | ₹18,750 |
| 27 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹18,500 | ₹18,750 |
| 26 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹18,500 | ₹18,750 |
| 25 Aug | ₹19,500 | ₹19,000 | ₹19,250 |
| 24 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹18,500 | ₹18,750 |
| 23 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹17,500 | ₹17,750 |
| 22 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹17,500 | ₹17,750 |
| 21 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹17,500 | ₹17,750 |
| 20 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹17,500 | ₹17,750 |
| 19 Aug | ₹18,000 | ₹17,500 | ₹17,750 |
| 18 Aug | ₹17,500 | ₹17,000 | ₹17,250 |
| 17 Aug | ₹16,000 | ₹15,500 | ₹15,750 |
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
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Lemon at this level on 05 Sep 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.