Looking at how the yards traded on 21 Jul 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹4,000 per quintal in Sikanderabad APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lemon Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Jul 2026
- CommodityLemon (Other)
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.
At this level, Lemon is about 1.1% above the period average, sitting just 27.3% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Lemon rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Jul 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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
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 ₹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.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Lemon prices at Sikanderabad APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹3,958. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 11 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 08 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Lemon today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Lemon stood at Sikanderabad APMC on 21 Jul 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.