Turning to the 17 Aug 2026 APMC board, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,055 per quintal in Satna APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,055
- Lowest Price Today₹5,950
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,055
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityLentil(Masur)(Whole) (Masur Dal)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Lentil(Masur)(Whole) about 0.6% below the period average, and just 11.3% 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
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 Sagar APMC Leader | ₹9,195 |
| 2 Pachaur APMC | ₹9,015 |
| 3 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 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.
That ₹2,370 (34.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Lentil(Masur)(Whole) fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) prices at Satna APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹6,825, with the average around ₹6,094. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹6,055 | ₹5,950 | ₹6,055 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,080 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,080 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,035 | ₹5,905 | ₹6,035 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,060 | ₹5,940 | ₹6,060 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,045 | ₹5,565 | ₹6,045 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,235 | ₹5,895 | ₹6,235 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,305 | ₹5,705 | ₹6,305 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,150 | ₹4,675 | ₹5,795 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,205 | ₹4,300 | ₹5,815 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,065 | ₹4,200 | ₹6,065 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,150 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,150 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,180 | ₹4,180 | ₹6,025 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,185 | ₹5,590 | ₹6,185 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹5,160 | ₹5,895 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,395 | ₹5,005 | ₹6,395 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,130 | ₹5,915 | ₹6,130 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,825 | ₹5,475 | ₹6,050 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,330 | ₹5,545 | ₹6,100 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,275 | ₹5,535 | ₹6,185 |
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
Selling Lentil(Masur)(Whole) well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was priced at this level in Satna APMC on 17 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.