In the mandi rate roundup for 20 Jul 2026, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹8,700 per quintal in Bhawani Mandi APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Lentil(Masur)(Whole) arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,400
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Jul 2026
- CommodityLentil(Masur)(Whole) (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Here's where today's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Lentil(Masur)(Whole) about 12.5% above the period average, and just 7.4% 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 20 Jul 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sagar APMC Leader | ₹9,815 |
| 2 Fancy Bazaar APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 3 Sironj APMC | ₹9,030 |
| 4 Mandsaur APMC | ₹8,751 |
| 5 Dei APMC | ₹8,701 |
| 6 Bhawani Mandi APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 7 Neemuch APMC | ₹8,580 |
| 8 Agar APMC | ₹8,151 |
| 9 Nalkehda APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 10 Khujner APMC | ₹7,825 |
| 11 Jeerapur APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 12 Shamgarh APMC | ₹7,501 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹2,314 (30.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lentil(Masur)(Whole) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) prices at Bhawani Mandi APMC ranged between ₹5,401 and ₹9,400, with the average around ₹7,732. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06 Aug | ₹9,220 | ₹6,600 | ₹7,910 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,876 | ₹6,400 | ₹7,638 |
| 04 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,900 |
| 01 Aug | ₹9,260 | ₹6,200 | ₹7,730 |
| 30 Jul | ₹9,300 | ₹5,401 | ₹7,351 |
| 27 Jul | ₹8,901 | ₹6,951 | ₹7,926 |
| 24 Jul | ₹9,140 | ₹6,200 | ₹7,670 |
| 23 Jul | ₹9,151 | ₹6,751 | ₹7,951 |
| 20 Jul | ₹9,400 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,700 |
| 17 Jul | ₹9,351 | ₹6,700 | ₹8,026 |
| 16 Jul | ₹9,396 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,948 |
| 15 Jul | ₹9,091 | ₹6,801 | ₹7,946 |
| 13 Jul | ₹8,870 | ₹6,150 | ₹7,510 |
| 11 Jul | ₹8,720 | ₹6,301 | ₹7,511 |
| 10 Jul | ₹8,856 | ₹6,650 | ₹7,753 |
| 29 Jun | ₹8,150 | ₹6,600 | ₹7,375 |
| 27 Jun | ₹8,181 | ₹6,951 | ₹7,566 |
| 25 Jun | ₹8,500 | ₹6,100 | ₹7,300 |
| 20 Jun | ₹8,391 | ₹6,351 | ₹7,371 |
| 17 Jun | ₹8,600 | ₹6,501 | ₹7,551 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Bhawani Mandi APMC reported Lentil(Masur)(Whole) at this level on 20 Jul 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.