As fresh arrivals settled on 21 Jul 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹10,500 per quintal in Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Lemon Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹11,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Jul 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 8.5% above the period average and just 12.5% 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 21 Jul 2026, so you can see where Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Bhawanigarh APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 3 Arani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 4 Cheyyar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 5 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 6 Vandavasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 7 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 8 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 9 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,250 |
| 10 Haathras APMC | ₹10,010 |
| 11 Hasanpur APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 12 Gingee(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹2,000 (20.0%) 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 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹9,681. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
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
When picking where to sell Lemon, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Lemon rate on 21 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.