In the price report dated 21 Aug 2026, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,280 per quintal in Pratapgarh APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,300
- Lowest Price Today₹6,210
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,280
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityLentil(Masur)(Whole) (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 2.6% above the period average and just 7.6% 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
This table ranks Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rates across active mandis for 21 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹11,700 |
| 2 Sagar APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Agar APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 4 Begamganj APMC | ₹8,605 |
| 5 Damoh APMC | ₹8,590 |
| 6 Panna APMC | ₹8,480 |
| 7 Neemuch APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 8 Tulsipur APMC | ₹8,150 |
| 9 Jhalarapatan APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Khujner APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 11 Shamgarh APMC | ₹7,850 |
| 12 Bhawani Mandi APMC | ₹7,835 |
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 ₹3,865 (49.3%), 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 Pratapgarh APMC ranged between ₹15 and ₹6,800, with the average around ₹6,121. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹6,300 | ₹6,210 | ₹6,280 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,200 | ₹5,550 | ₹5,875 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,070 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,785 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,151 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,025 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,331 | ₹6,150 | ₹6,240 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,460 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,330 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,375 | ₹6,170 | ₹6,267 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,190 | ₹6,100 | ₹6,145 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,800 | ₹5,950 | ₹6,375 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,130 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,865 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,441 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,970 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,191 | ₹5,930 | ₹6,060 |
| 14 Jul | ₹6,480 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,140 |
| 13 Jul | ₹6,540 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,070 |
| 07 Jul | ₹6,581 | ₹6,021 | ₹6,301 |
| 06 Jul | ₹6,563 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,231 |
| 03 Jul | ₹6,150 | ₹15 | ₹5,900 |
| 01 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,050 | ₹6,275 |
| 30 Jun | ₹6,480 | ₹5,980 | ₹6,230 |
| 25 Jun | ₹6,490 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,145 |
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
For Lentil(Masur)(Whole), the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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 21 Aug 2026, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) traded at this rate in Pratapgarh 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.