In today's crop-price rundown for 13 Aug 2026, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹5,800 per quintal in Gorakhpur 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
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,820
- Lowest Price Today₹5,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Aug 2026
- CommodityLentil(Masur)(Whole) (Local)
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.
This puts Lentil(Masur)(Whole) about 1.0% below the period average, and just 7.2% 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
The table below lines up Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rates across the markets that reported on 13 Aug 2026, so you can see where Gorakhpur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pachaur APMC Leader | ₹9,055 |
| 2 Agar APMC | ₹8,870 |
| 3 Soyatkalan APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 4 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 5 Vidisha APMC | ₹8,350 |
| 6 Mandsaur APMC | ₹8,199 |
| 7 Tulsipur APMC | ₹8,120 |
| 8 Jeerapur APMC | ₹7,805 |
| 9 Barasat APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Pune APMC | ₹7,350 |
| 11 Nalkehda APMC | ₹7,340 |
| 12 Dewas APMC | ₹7,202 |
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 ₹1,853 (25.7%) 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 Gorakhpur APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹6,250, with the average around ₹5,860. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,820 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,800 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,605 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,605 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,115 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,250 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,125 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,150 | ₹6,070 | ₹6,100 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,925 | ₹5,875 | ₹5,925 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,150 | ₹6,075 | ₹6,150 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,150 | ₹6,075 | ₹6,100 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,150 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,100 |
| 18 Jul | ₹6,100 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,100 |
| 17 Jul | ₹5,815 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,815 |
| 16 Jul | ₹6,200 | ₹6,025 | ₹6,100 |
| 15 Jul | ₹6,150 | ₹6,075 | ₹6,100 |
| 12 Jul | ₹5,900 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 04 Jul | ₹5,700 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,700 |
| 03 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Lentil(Masur)(Whole) 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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was priced at this level in Gorakhpur APMC on 13 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.