In the mandi rate roundup for 19 Aug 2026, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,957 per quintal in Kalapipal APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,957
- Lowest Price Today₹4,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,957
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityLentil(Masur)(Whole) (Masur Dal)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 9.3% above the period average and just 1.3% 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 19 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kalapipal APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Agar APMC Leader | ₹9,290 |
| 2 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 3 Damoh APMC | ₹8,590 |
| 4 Tulsipur APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 5 Shamgarh APMC | ₹7,950 |
| 6 Pachaur APMC | ₹7,950 |
| 7 Khurai APMC | ₹7,760 |
| 8 Nalkehda APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 10 Pune APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Khujner APMC | ₹7,040 |
| 12 Kalapipal APMC | ₹6,957 |
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).
At ₹2,333 (33.5%), 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) prices at Kalapipal APMC ranged between ₹1,900 and ₹7,047, with the average around ₹6,366. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Aug | ₹6,957 | ₹4,700 | ₹6,957 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,477 | ₹3,801 | ₹6,477 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,376 | ₹6,376 | ₹6,376 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,290 | ₹4,901 | ₹6,290 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,801 | ₹5,001 | ₹6,801 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,675 | ₹6,675 | ₹6,675 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,891 | ₹5,891 | ₹5,891 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,001 | ₹6,001 | ₹6,001 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,400 | ₹6,340 | ₹6,400 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,860 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,860 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,047 | ₹6,386 | ₹7,047 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,681 | ₹5,902 | ₹6,681 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,942 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,942 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,399 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,399 |
| 17 Jul | ₹6,700 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,700 |
| 16 Jul | ₹6,791 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,791 |
| 15 Jul | ₹6,705 | ₹6,236 | ₹6,705 |
| 13 Jul | ₹6,499 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,499 |
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
When picking where to sell Lentil(Masur)(Whole), balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 19 Aug 2026, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) traded at this rate in Kalapipal 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.