As fresh arrivals settled on 05 Aug 2026, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,290 per quintal in Ashoknagar APMC. This is one of several Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
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₹6,290
- Lowest Price Today₹5,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,290
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Aug 2026
- CommodityLentil(Masur)(Whole) (Masur Dal)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 1.8% below the period average and just 25.1% 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 05 Aug 2026, so you can see where Ashoknagar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Damoh APMC Leader | ₹9,380 |
| 2 Shamgarh APMC | ₹8,440 |
| 3 Neemuch APMC | ₹8,330 |
| 4 Ganjbasoda APMC | ₹8,001 |
| 5 Pachaur APMC | ₹7,975 |
| 6 Nalkehda APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 7 Bhawani Mandi APMC | ₹7,638 |
| 8 Agar APMC | ₹7,601 |
| 9 Khujner APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 10 Biaora APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Pune APMC | ₹7,150 |
| 12 Mumbai APMC | ₹7,050 |
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 ₹2,330 (33.0%), 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 Ashoknagar APMC ranged between ₹3,111 and ₹8,400, with the average around ₹6,405. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug | ₹6,290 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,290 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,730 | ₹5,785 | ₹6,730 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,235 | ₹5,390 | ₹5,930 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,105 | ₹5,040 | ₹6,105 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,585 | ₹5,190 | ₹6,025 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,245 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,245 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,180 | ₹5,400 | ₹6,180 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,330 | ₹4,790 | ₹7,330 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,670 | ₹3,600 | ₹6,670 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,260 | ₹5,400 | ₹6,260 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,470 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,470 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,130 | ₹5,353 | ₹6,130 |
| 21 Jul | ₹7,600 | ₹5,515 | ₹7,600 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,550 | ₹4,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹5,790 | ₹5,790 | ₹5,790 |
| 17 Jul | ₹6,790 | ₹5,390 | ₹6,090 |
| 16 Jul | ₹6,745 | ₹5,980 | ₹6,150 |
| 15 Jul | ₹8,400 | ₹4,311 | ₹6,345 |
| 14 Jul | ₹6,755 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,380 |
| 13 Jul | ₹6,995 | ₹3,380 | ₹6,325 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Ashoknagar APMC posted this Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rate on 05 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.