In the price report dated 28 Aug 2026, Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Lemon, clocking the day's best rate at ₹23,000 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01What Put Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
A yard rarely tops the list by chance — it usually reflects genuine, repeated demand through the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹24,000
- Lowest Price Today₹22,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹23,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Aug 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Lemon about 111.5% above the period average, and just 4.2% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Lemon rates across active mandis for 28 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹23,000 |
| 2 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹21,000 |
| 3 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹20,000 |
| 4 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,750 |
| 5 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,650 |
| 6 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,500 |
| 7 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 8 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹19,000 |
| 9 Vengamedu(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,750 |
| 10 Palacode(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,750 |
| 11 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,750 |
| 12 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹18,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lemon.
The ₹5,000 (27.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
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 ₹24,000, with the average around ₹10,873. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹21,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 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 |
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
For Lemon, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
The takeaway: Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC was the market to beat for Lemon on 28 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.