In today's crop-price rundown for 28 Aug 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹16,000 per quintal in Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹17,000
- Lowest Price Today₹15,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹16,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Aug 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
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.
Today's rate is about 92.1% above the period average and just 5.9% 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
Here's how Lemon rates stacked up across reporting markets on 28 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹21,000 |
| 2 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 3 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,750 |
| 4 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,650 |
| 5 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 6 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 7 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 8 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,750 |
| 9 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,750 |
| 10 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,750 |
| 11 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 12 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lemon.
At ₹3,000 (16.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lemon matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹17,000, with the average around ₹8,329. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹17,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
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
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Lemon rate on 28 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.