In the price report dated 12 Aug 2026, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,540 per quintal in Jaora APMC. This is one of several Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
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₹6,540
- Lowest Price Today₹2,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,540
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityLentil(Masur)(Whole) (Masur Dal)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 6.9% below the period average and just 26.3% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rates across the markets that reported on 12 Aug 2026, so you can see where Jaora APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Soyatkalan APMC Leader | ₹8,750 |
| 2 Tulsipur APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 3 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Panna APMC | ₹7,920 |
| 5 Barasat APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Sarangpur APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 7 Pune APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 8 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 9 Khurai APMC | ₹6,935 |
| 10 Jaora APMC | ₹6,540 |
| 11 Tendukheda APMC | ₹6,498 |
| 12 Patharia APMC | ₹6,420 |
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.
The ₹2,330 (36.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) prices at Jaora APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹8,875, with the average around ₹7,027. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug | ₹6,525 | ₹2,500 | ₹6,525 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,540 | ₹2,700 | ₹6,540 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,390 | ₹6,390 | ₹6,390 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,900 | ₹4,195 | ₹7,900 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,202 | ₹3,400 | ₹6,450 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,899 | ₹6,899 | ₹6,899 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,100 | ₹6,440 | ₹7,100 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,410 | ₹3,700 | ₹6,600 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,410 | ₹5,495 | ₹7,410 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,801 | ₹6,799 | ₹7,801 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,700 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,700 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,306 | ₹5,801 | ₹6,306 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,100 | ₹5,850 | ₹6,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,700 | ₹6,750 | ₹7,700 |
| 21 Jul | ₹7,599 | ₹7,325 | ₹7,599 |
| 20 Jul | ₹7,402 | ₹6,499 | ₹7,402 |
| 18 Jul | ₹8,599 | ₹6,500 | ₹8,599 |
| 17 Jul | ₹8,875 | ₹6,400 | ₹8,875 |
| 16 Jul | ₹6,900 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,900 |
| 15 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹4,201 | ₹8,000 |
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
The headline Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
Bottom line: on 12 Aug 2026, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) traded at this rate in Jaora APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.