In the latest market update for 18 Aug 2026, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹8,590 per quintal in Damoh APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,130
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,590
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityLentil(Masur)(Whole) (Masur Dal)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Lentil(Masur)(Whole) is about 6.1% above the period average — just 14.2% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rates across active mandis for 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sagar APMC Leader | ₹9,250 |
| 2 Agar APMC | ₹9,201 |
| 3 Begamganj APMC | ₹9,185 |
| 4 Tulsipur APMC | ₹9,020 |
| 5 Damoh APMC | ₹8,590 |
| 6 Shamgarh APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 7 Neemuch APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 8 Pachaur APMC | ₹7,515 |
| 9 Barasat APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Ashta APMC | ₹7,481 |
| 11 Manasa APMC | ₹7,401 |
| 12 Pune APMC | ₹7,300 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Lentil(Masur)(Whole).
At ₹1,950 (26.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lentil(Masur)(Whole) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) prices at Damoh APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹10,015, with the average around ₹8,096. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹9,130 | ₹5,500 | ₹8,590 |
| 14 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹4,100 | ₹7,950 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 |
| 12 Aug | ₹9,170 | ₹3,700 | ₹6,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,090 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,950 |
| 10 Aug | ₹9,160 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,900 |
| 07 Aug | ₹9,280 | ₹4,100 | ₹8,950 |
| 05 Aug | ₹9,530 | ₹4,950 | ₹9,380 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,360 | ₹4,200 | ₹9,300 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,385 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,385 |
| 01 Aug | ₹9,070 | ₹5,410 | ₹6,110 |
| 31 Jul | ₹9,530 | ₹4,800 | ₹8,880 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,510 | ₹2,000 | ₹8,990 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,390 | ₹4,900 | ₹7,390 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,460 | ₹4,900 | ₹8,840 |
| 27 Jul | ₹9,310 | ₹5,130 | ₹6,100 |
| 24 Jul | ₹9,300 | ₹4,500 | ₹9,260 |
| 23 Jul | ₹9,180 | ₹5,400 | ₹9,180 |
| 22 Jul | ₹9,400 | ₹5,460 | ₹9,090 |
| 21 Jul | ₹9,540 | ₹4,500 | ₹8,850 |
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 Lentil(Masur)(Whole), 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 tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) changed hands at this rate in Damoh APMC on 18 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.