Across the reporting yards on 17 Aug 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹4,560 per quintal in Tikonia APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Lemon yard so you can see where this one falls.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,590
- Lowest Price Today₹4,530
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,560
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 6.6% above the period average and just 19.9% 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 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹17,750 |
| 2 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,750 |
| 3 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹17,000 |
| 4 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,500 |
| 5 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,400 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 7 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 8 Denduluru APMC | ₹16,000 |
| 9 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,750 |
| 10 Periyar Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 11 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,500 |
| 12 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹15,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lemon.
That ₹2,750 (18.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lemon fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Lemon prices at Tikonia APMC ranged between ₹3,650 and ₹5,690, with the average around ₹4,277. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹4,590 | ₹4,530 | ₹4,560 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,570 | ₹4,550 | ₹4,560 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,290 | ₹4,250 | ₹4,260 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,580 | ₹4,520 | ₹4,550 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,120 | ₹4,010 | ₹4,050 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,280 | ₹4,220 | ₹4,250 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,120 | ₹4,020 | ₹4,050 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,980 | ₹3,920 | ₹3,940 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,120 | ₹4,020 | ₹4,050 |
| 18 Jul | ₹3,710 | ₹3,650 | ₹3,660 |
| 15 Jul | ₹4,250 | ₹4,220 | ₹4,230 |
| 02 Jul | ₹4,060 | ₹4,010 | ₹4,030 |
| 01 Jul | ₹4,120 | ₹4,020 | ₹4,050 |
| 19 Jun | ₹5,690 | ₹5,610 | ₹5,640 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Lemon, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Lemon traded at this rate in Tikonia APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.