In the mandi rate roundup for 16 Jul 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹4,000 per quintal in Sikanderabad APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- 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 0.4% above the period average and just 27.3% 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 16 Jul 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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.
A spread of ₹1,750 (17.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at Sikanderabad APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹3,983. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,667 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,808 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,850 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,863 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 15 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 14 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,630 |
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
Before carting Lemon to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 16 Jul 2026, Lemon traded at this rate in Sikanderabad 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.