Reading today's price tape for 17 Aug 2026, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,600 per quintal in Patharia APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Lentil(Masur)(Whole) yards.
01What Put Patharia APMC on Top Today
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,600
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityLentil(Masur)(Whole) (Masur Dal)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) is about 4.4% below the period average, sitting just 29.4% 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 Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹11,700 |
| 2 Sagar APMC | ₹9,195 |
| 3 Pachaur APMC | ₹9,015 |
| 4 Agar APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 5 Bhawani Mandi APMC | ₹8,045 |
| 6 Barasat APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Khujner APMC | ₹7,475 |
| 8 Pune APMC | ₹7,350 |
| 9 Ashoknagar APMC | ₹7,275 |
| 10 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Pachaur(F&V) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Jeerapur APMC | ₹6,825 |
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 ₹4,875 (71.4%) 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, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) prices at Patharia APMC ranged between ₹4,605 and ₹9,355, with the average around ₹6,901. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,235 | ₹5,020 | ₹6,235 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,725 | ₹5,905 | ₹6,725 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,420 | ₹5,700 | ₹6,420 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,355 | ₹5,200 | ₹9,355 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,910 | ₹6,760 | ₹8,910 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,720 | ₹6,050 | ₹6,720 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹5,360 | ₹6,105 |
| 03 Aug | ₹9,305 | ₹5,300 | ₹9,305 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,695 | ₹6,080 | ₹6,695 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,905 | ₹5,200 | ₹7,905 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,430 | ₹6,185 | ₹6,430 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,155 | ₹4,900 | ₹6,155 |
| 27 Jul | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,825 | ₹5,315 | ₹7,825 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,405 | ₹5,805 | ₹5,805 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,905 | ₹5,305 | ₹7,905 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,455 | ₹6,005 | ₹6,455 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,550 | ₹4,605 | ₹6,550 |
| 17 Jul | ₹8,805 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 |
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 Lentil(Masur)(Whole), balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
To sum up, this was the Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rate at Patharia APMC on 17 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.