Checking the day's mandi numbers for 16 Oct 2026, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,200 per quintal in Bina APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Lentil(Masur)(Whole) today.
01What's Behind Today's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,800
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityLentil(Masur)(Whole) (Masur Dal)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) is about 3.8% below the period average, sitting just 36.6% 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
The table below lines up Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rates across the markets that reported on 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Bina 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 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.
At ₹1,890 (28.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lentil(Masur)(Whole) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) prices at Bina APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹9,781, with the average around ₹6,448. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹7,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,200 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,434 | ₹5,451 | ₹6,400 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,681 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,426 | ₹4,300 | ₹6,200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,636 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,427 | ₹5,700 | ₹6,100 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,301 | ₹4,955 | ₹6,200 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,360 | ₹4,500 | ₹6,100 |
| 18 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹5,400 | ₹6,075 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,101 | ₹3,800 | ₹6,400 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,790 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,300 |
| 15 Sep | ₹9,201 | ₹4,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹9,781 | ₹3,000 | ₹6,521 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,602 | ₹3,101 | ₹6,526 |
| 08 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹4,500 | ₹6,400 |
| 07 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹3,101 | ₹6,240 |
| 03 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹5,050 | ₹8,200 |
| 02 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹6,816 | ₹5,100 | ₹6,400 |
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 day's best Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Lentil(Masur)(Whole) stood at Bina APMC on 16 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.