Looking at how the yards traded on 17 Aug 2026, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹7,275 per quintal in Ashoknagar APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Ashoknagar APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,275
- Lowest Price Today₹5,780
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,275
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 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.
Right now Lentil(Masur)(Whole) is about 13.7% above the period average — just 13.4% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rates across the markets that reported on 17 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 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹11,700 |
| 2 Sagar APMC | ₹9,195 |
| 3 Pachaur APMC | ₹9,015 |
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹4,875 (71.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) prices at Ashoknagar APMC ranged between ₹3,111 and ₹8,400, with the average around ₹6,401. 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 | ₹7,275 | ₹5,780 | ₹7,275 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,175 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,175 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹5,485 | ₹5,770 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,085 | ₹4,500 | ₹6,085 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,160 | ₹5,780 | ₹6,160 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,115 | ₹5,610 | ₹6,115 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,070 | ₹5,910 | ₹7,070 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,300 | ₹5,880 | ₹6,300 |
| 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 |
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
Farmers comparing Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In short, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) changed hands at this rate in Ashoknagar APMC on 17 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.