Across the reporting yards on 24 Aug 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹13,250 per quintal in NGO Colony(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
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₹13,500
- Lowest Price Today₹13,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹13,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 134.5% above the period average and just 1.9% 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 24 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 | ₹21,000 |
| 3 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 4 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,750 |
| 5 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,500 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
| 7 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,750 |
| 8 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,750 |
| 9 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 10 Udumalpet APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 11 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 12 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lemon.
A spread of ₹4,000 (23.5%) 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 NGO Colony(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹13,500, with the average around ₹5,651. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹13,500 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,250 |
| 23 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 15 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
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
Going to the top Lemon market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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, NGO Colony(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Lemon rate on 24 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.