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Lemon Prices Skyrocket in Rajkot: Supply Shortage Drives 5x Price Hike
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News18•30-09-2026, 16:30
Lemon Prices Skyrocket in Rajkot: Supply Shortage Drives 5x Price Hike
- •Lemon prices in Rajkot have surged from ’80 per kg to over ’400 per kg in just six weeks, shocking consumers.
- •The drastic price increase is primarily due to a massive drop in wholesale arrivals, with supply yards receiving only 10-15 sacks daily compared to 40 previously.
- •Despite the severe supply shortage, consumer demand for lemons remains steady, creating a significant imbalance that pushes retail prices to record highs.
- •Households are adjusting their buying habits, purchasing lemons strictly on an as-needed basis to manage kitchen budgets.
- •Traders anticipate elevated prices will continue through Diwali, with normalcy expected only after the new crop harvest increases supply post-festive season.
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Lemon prices in Rajkot surged from ₹80 to over ₹400 per kg due to a severe tightening of supply and a dramatic drop in daily market arrivals, while consumer demand remained steady.
Traders note that prices are expected to remain elevated through the festive season of Diwali, with normalcy and price stabilization returning only after the new crop harvest hits the mandis.
Due to kitchen budgets being heavily disrupted, average shoppers have shifted away from bulk purchases, now buying lemons strictly on an as-needed basis.
