In the day's wholesale-price digest for 19 Aug 2026, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,290 per quintal in Ashoknagar APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,290
- Lowest Price Today₹5,570
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,290
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Aug 2026
- CommodityLentil(Masur)(Whole) (Masur Dal)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Lentil(Masur)(Whole) is about 1.5% above the period average — just 25.1% 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 19 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 Agar APMC | ₹9,290 |
| 3 Neemuch APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 4 Begamganj APMC | ₹8,605 |
| 5 Mandsaur APMC | ₹8,181 |
| 6 Tulsipur APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 7 Vidisha APMC | ₹8,098 |
| 8 Shamgarh APMC | ₹7,950 |
| 9 Pachaur APMC | ₹7,950 |
| 10 Khurai APMC | ₹7,760 |
| 11 Bhawani Mandi APMC | ₹7,563 |
| 12 Nalkehda APMC | ₹7,500 |
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 ₹4,200 (56.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Lentil(Masur)(Whole) matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) prices at Ashoknagar APMC ranged between ₹1,625 and ₹8,400, with the average around ₹6,197. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06 Nov | ₹5,695 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,695 |
| 05 Nov | ₹5,870 | ₹4,475 | ₹5,870 |
| 04 Nov | ₹5,720 | ₹3,490 | ₹5,645 |
| 31 Oct | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 |
| 30 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 29 Oct | ₹5,925 | ₹4,400 | ₹5,925 |
| 28 Oct | ₹5,390 | ₹5,240 | ₹5,390 |
| 27 Oct | ₹6,760 | ₹4,400 | ₹6,760 |
| 23 Oct | ₹6,799 | ₹5,300 | ₹6,799 |
| 22 Oct | ₹6,580 | ₹3,715 | ₹6,580 |
| 21 Oct | ₹5,985 | ₹5,405 | ₹5,880 |
| 17 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹6,610 | ₹5,850 | ₹6,610 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,225 | ₹5,780 | ₹6,225 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,960 | ₹5,444 | ₹5,960 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,100 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,100 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,955 | ₹5,955 | ₹5,955 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,165 | ₹5,595 | ₹6,165 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,990 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,990 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,580 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,800 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In short, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) changed hands at this rate in Ashoknagar APMC on 19 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.