Pulling together the 31 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Lentil(Masur)(Whole) was quoted at ₹6,100 per quintal in Ashoknagar APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,200
- Lowest Price Today₹4,305
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityLentil(Masur)(Whole) (Masur Dal)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Lentil(Masur)(Whole) is about 4.1% below the period average — just 27.4% 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
This table ranks Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rates across active mandis for 31 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Fancy Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹13,200 |
| 2 Ganjbasoda APMC | ₹9,360 |
| 3 Damoh APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Neemuch APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 5 Vidisha APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 6 Agar APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 7 Sagar APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 8 Jeerapur APMC | ₹7,525 |
| 9 Mandsaur APMC | ₹7,399 |
| 10 Khujner APMC | ₹7,285 |
| 11 Dewas APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 12 Bhawani Mandi APMC | ₹7,176 |
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.
The ₹6,024 (83.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
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 ₹6,364. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹4,305 | ₹6,100 |
| 27 Aug | ₹5,680 | ₹3,450 | ₹5,680 |
| 25 Aug | ₹6,275 | ₹3,970 | ₹6,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹6,295 | ₹5,980 | ₹6,295 |
| 20 Aug | ₹6,375 | ₹4,395 | ₹6,275 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,290 | ₹5,570 | ₹6,290 |
| 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 |
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
Going to the top Lentil(Masur)(Whole) market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Ashoknagar APMC logged this Lentil(Masur)(Whole) rate on 31 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.