With the 16 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹5,600 per quintal in Khilchipur APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,600
- Lowest Price Today₹5,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityLentil(Masur)(Whole) (Masur Dal)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 Lentil(Masur)(Whole) about 22.0% below the period average, and just 32.8% 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 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Khilchipur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Damoh APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 3 Tulsipur APMC | ₹8,160 |
| 4 Agar APMC | ₹7,901 |
| 5 APMC Mumbai APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 6 APMC Pune APMC | ₹7,550 |
| 7 Neemuch APMC | ₹7,451 |
| 8 Jeerapur APMC | ₹7,305 |
| 9 Sarangpur APMC | ₹6,950 |
| 10 Dewas APMC | ₹6,865 |
| 11 Shajapur APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 12 Ashoknagar APMC | ₹6,610 |
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).
A spread of ₹1,890 (28.6%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) prices at Khilchipur APMC ranged between ₹5,300 and ₹8,335, with the average around ₹7,178. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,275 | ₹6,275 | ₹6,275 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,285 | ₹6,285 | ₹6,285 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,110 | ₹6,110 | ₹6,110 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹7,305 | ₹6,700 | ₹7,305 |
| 02 Sep | ₹6,905 | ₹6,710 | ₹6,905 |
| 01 Sep | ₹6,865 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,865 |
| 20 Aug | ₹7,970 | ₹7,205 | ₹7,970 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,299 | ₹6,299 | ₹6,299 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,975 | ₹5,975 | ₹5,975 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,395 | ₹6,875 | ₹7,395 |
| 01 Aug | ₹8,335 | ₹7,005 | ₹8,335 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,205 | ₹6,500 | ₹8,205 |
| 25 Jul | ₹7,065 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,065 |
| 18 Jul | ₹8,075 | ₹7,420 | ₹8,075 |
| 17 Jul | ₹6,885 | ₹6,885 | ₹6,885 |
| 16 Jul | ₹7,424 | ₹6,005 | ₹7,424 |
| 14 Jul | ₹7,650 | ₹5,900 | ₹7,650 |
| 10 Jul | ₹7,585 | ₹7,195 | ₹7,585 |
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
Before carting Lentil(Masur)(Whole) to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was priced at this level in Khilchipur APMC on 16 Oct 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.