Going by the latest APMC figures for 16 Jul 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹5,000 per quintal in Paliakala APMC. See where this sits in the day's Lemon range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Jul 2026
- CommodityLemon (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 2.5% above the period average and just 28.6% 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
The table below lines up Lemon rates across the markets that reported on 16 Jul 2026, so you can see where Paliakala APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,500 |
| 2 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 3 Cheyyar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 4 Vandavasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 5 Arani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 6 Sampla APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 7 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 8 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 9 Villupuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 10 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 11 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
| 12 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,750 |
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.
At ₹1,750 (17.9%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lemon matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at Paliakala APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹4,878. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,714 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 08 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 07 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 03 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
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
The day's best Lemon rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
Net-net, Paliakala APMC posted this Lemon rate on 16 Jul 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.